Hitachi Consulting ( formerly Information Management Group) · 2 weeks ago
Manufacturing Solution Architect
Dallas TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expHitachi Digital Services is a global digital solutions and transformation business focused on innovation and technology. The Manufacturing Solution Architect will lead the design and governance of enterprise manufacturing solutions, ensuring integration between shop-floor systems and enterprise platforms while driving operational efficiency and innovation.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business stakeholders, engineering, and IT teams to define solution requirements aligned with manufacturing strategy
Design scalable, secure, and efficient architectures integrating shop-floor systems (MES, SCADA, PLCs) with enterprise applications (ERP, PLM, QMS)
Lead solution design for smart factory initiatives, including IoT, data analytics, predictive maintenance, and digital twin technologies
Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and vendors for manufacturing and industrial systems
Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards, cybersecurity policies, and regulatory requirements
Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle—from conceptual design through implementation and rollout
Support process mapping, gap analysis, and system configuration in partnership with cross-functional teams
Develop and maintain architectural artifacts such as system blueprints, data flow diagrams, and integration patterns
Identify, assess, and mitigate architectural and delivery risks
Stay current on Industry 4.0 trends, emerging manufacturing technologies, and digital transformation best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of experience in IT, systems integration, or enterprise architecture roles
5+ years of hands-on experience within manufacturing, industrial automation, or shop-floor environments
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations and technologies (MES, SCADA, PLCs, HMI, DCS)
Strong familiarity with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and edge computing architectures
Solid knowledge of data modeling, system integration patterns (APIs, middleware, OPC-UA), and OT/IT cybersecurity
Exposure to Industry 4.0 technologies including IIoT, digital twins, predictive maintenance, and advanced analytics
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple initiatives in parallel
Preferred
TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture frameworks
Manufacturing or ERP certifications (e.g., SAP PP/ME, Rockwell, Siemens)
PMP or Agile project management certifications
Benefits
Industry-leading benefits
Support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing
Flexible arrangements that work for you
Company
Hitachi Consulting ( formerly Information Management Group)
As Hitachi, Ltd.'s (NYSE: HIT) global consulting company, with operations in the United States, Europe and Asia, Hitachi Consulting is a recognised leader in delivering proven business and IT strategies and solutions to Global 2000 companies across many industries.
5001-10000 employees
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