Zekelman Industries · 3 months ago
Applications Analyst
Chicago, IL - Atlas
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelZekelman Industries is a leading independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America. They are seeking an Applications Analyst responsible for the technical implementation of MES software, collaborating with various departments to analyze operational needs and ensure system configurations meet business objectives.
Building MaterialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design, build and support AVEVA MES, Scada and Historian applications
Design, implement and support product features in collaboration with business and Technology stakeholders
Collaborate on the implementation of new features or service requests
Build continuous integration, test-driven development and production deployment environments
Troubleshoot data issues and perform root cause analysis to proactively resolve product and operational issues
SQL Developers are responsible for designing and implementing databases to store, organize, and access data
Modify and optimize SQL queries for integration with other applications
Produce SQL reports to assist the management team in business decision making
Create complex functions, scripts, stored procedures and triggers to support application development
On call support non-business hours rotation
Qualification
Required
Experience MES implementation and support
Good understanding of MES platforms like AVEVA System Platform, Historian and MES
Strong understanding of shop floor systems, manufacturing data models, and production operations (OEE, traceability, quality, scheduling)
Proficient in integrating MES with PLCs, SCADA systems, and ERP (SAP)
Familiarity with standards like Aveva DI\DA, OPC, REST APIs, SQL databases, and edge computing
Strong understanding of SQL data structures, databases
Strong understanding of solution and technical design
Has a strong problem solving and analytical mindset
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, with team members and business stakeholders
Able to quickly pick up new programming languages, technologies, and frameworks
Fair understanding of developing complex data solutions
Experience working on end-to-end solution design
Willing to learn new skills and technologies
Preferred
Exposure to regulated industries like steel and manufacturing processes
Experience with MES in on-premise/cloud/hybrid architectures
Experience or exposure to SAP or related ERP systems
hands-on experience with SQL, ETL, data transformation and analytics functions
Understanding of digital twin, predictive maintenance, and IIoT analytics integration
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Benefits
Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits
Tuition assistance program
Bonus plan
401(k) plan with a generous company match
Immediate vesting
Much more
Company
Zekelman Industries
Zekelman Industries is an independent steel tubular manufacturer.
Founded in 1877
1001-5000 employees
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Barry M Zekelman
Chief Executive Officer
James Hays
President - Electrical
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