Consultant, Technical Solutions

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

• 47 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time