Consultant, Technical Solutions

Company Description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today’s top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling!

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands: Mondelez, Brita, MolsonCoors, Coca-Cola, Kraft-Heinz, to name a few.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, retirement plan, company paid benefits, flexible work hours, and an education/career development program. The salary range for this position is $95,000- 120,000 per year, complemented by benefits, bonuses and additional extra hours payments. For more information on what Grantek offers, visit: https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1366407

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years’ tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client’s manufacturing processes.

Job Description

The Technical Solutions Consultant is a newly created role that will be responsible for the independent technical implementation and delivery of MES/MOM, Industrial DataOps (Unified Namespace), and digital transformation solutions for Grantek clients.

This role focuses on the technical execution (“how”) of solutions , translating functional requirements into technical designs, leading hands-on configuration and development, integrating systems, and ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with Grantek standards, timelines, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Delivery & Architecture

• Design and implement technical architectures for MES/MOM solutions, Industrial DataOps platforms (UNS), and digital transformation initiatives based on functional requirements and industry best practices
• Translate functional requirements into scalable, maintainable technical designs that solve defined business problems and deliver measurable value
• Maintain awareness of client business drivers, operational challenges, and regulatory requirements to ensure solutions are delivered with business context in mind
• Collaborate closely with Functional Consultants throughout the project lifecycle to validate requirements, ensure feasibility, and align on success criteria

Implementation & Integration

• Lead hands-on implementation using Ignition, Sepasoft MES modules, MQTT brokers, and related platform technologies
• Configure and develop MES modules including production tracking, OEE, quality, traceability, scheduling, inventory, and maintenance
• Design and implement Unified Namespace (UNS) architectures including data models (ISA-95), MQTT topic structures, and data pipelines
• Integrate MES/MOM solutions with ERP, SCADA, PLCs, historians, QMS, LIMS, and analytics platforms using appropriate integration patterns and protocols
• Perform scripting and development using Python and SQL, minimizing unnecessary customization

Testing, Deployment & Support

• Lead unit and integration testing; support user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Develop technical documentation including system architecture diagrams, data flows, configuration specifications, and deployment procedures
• Support commissioning, deployment, and go-live activities, troubleshooting issues and ensuring successful production cutover

Project & Team Collaboration

• Manage technical projects under $100K with guidance, including scope, schedule, and resource coordination
• Collaborate with Grantek India offshore teams and extended workforce partners
• Mentor junior technical consultants and participate in code reviews
• Contribute to technical accelerators, templates, and reusable components

Pre-Sales & Growth Support

• Support pre-sales technical activities including demonstrations, feasibility assessments, and architecture reviews
• Participate in proposal development including technical estimation and solution definition
• Work with clients to identify follow-on opportunities within existing engagements

Technologies Used

• MES/MOM: Ignition (Inductive Automation), Sepasoft MES, Kanoa MES
• Industrial DataOps / UNS: MQTT (HiveMQ, Chariot, EMQX), HighByte, SepaIQ
• Integration: OPC-UA, MQTT, REST APIs, databases
• Development: Python, SQL, JavaScript, Ignition SDK
• Infrastructure: Windows, Linux, virtualization, AWS/Azure, containerization

Qualifications

Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in industrial automation, MES/MOM, or manufacturing IT
• Proven hands-on experience with Ignition and/or Sepasoft
• Experience implementing multiple MES functional modules
• Integration experience with enterprise and shop-floor systems

Technical Skills

• Strong SQL and Python scripting capabilities
• Understanding of ISA-95 and manufacturing data standards
• Data modeling and performance optimization experience
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Professional Attributes

• Self-directed with strong execution discipline
• Clear communicator with technical and functional stakeholders
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Willingness to mentor junior team members

Additional Information

We are committed to the principals of equal employment opportunity and to fostering a workplace where all Grantekians feel respected and included. To ensure a fair and consistent hiring process, applications are reviewed through a blend of thoughtful human evaluation and trusted AI-assisted tools.

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