Industry X - Digital Manufacturing Specialist
This role can sit anywhere in the US if it is near an Accenture Corporate Office
WHO WE ARE:
We are Industry X: We embed innovation, intelligence, and sustainability in the way the world makes things and the things it makes. Industry X enables leaders to act quickly and confidently as they pivot to the future. We define Industry X as digital reinvention of manufacturing / engineering and believe that smart, sustainable, connected digital products and assets are about to create hyper-personalized industrial experiences, completely new levels of operational efficiency, transparency and traceability, tangible impact on sustainability and brand-new sources of revenue growth. Known for our ability to execute at speed, we help clients determine clear, actionable paths to competitive agility by bringing them new thinking on business and technology. Join us and become an integral part of our experienced Industry X team with the credibility, expertise , and insight clients depend on. Visit us here to find out more about Industry X.0 (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/services/digital-engineering-manufacturing)
THE PRACTICE:
This role will align with our Manufacturing & Operations practice and fall under the Production & Operations capability.
M anufacturing & Operations professionals help our clients achieve their ambitions for digital transformation within their core manufacturing and operations throughout the full lifecycle of their assets. With domain expertise across consulting and technology they unlock new sources of opex and capex efficiency and effectiveness.
Production & Operations Systems Engineer s enable Manufacturing Modernization with deep specialization in Execution systems (MES/ MOM), Automation, and Plant data models.
YOU ARE:
A forward-thinking Digital Manufacturing Specialist to lead the design and implementation of innovative solutions that transform shop floor operations and elevate manufacturing IT systems. In this role, you will contribute to the development and deployment of scalable, high-performance architectures that integrate seamlessly across cloud, edge, and on-premises environments. Your ability to combine advanced technology with practical application will help drive operational excellence and support digital transformation in manufacturing environments.
THE WORK:
+ Produce attractive, cost-effective solutions that will improve the way our clients run manufacturing operations
+ Plan, design, and build complex digital roadmaps
+ Combine an understanding of the business and tech side of industrial software to deliver client value
+ Act as a Digital Manufacturing translator bridging business requirements and Digital Manufacturing technology enablers
+ Create business cases for technological and organizational transformation
+ Develop architectures, estimates, staffing, and implementation plans, evaluating the pros and cons of different approaches
+ Lead small teams to be responsive and efficient
+ Full lifecycle experience in developing and implementing solution in real world environment
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
+ Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
+ A minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing systems environment, with hands-on experience architecting and implementing Industry 4.0 solutions
BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:
+ At least 3 years of experience working with cloud and edge architectures, including platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
+ 5 years in one or more of the following industries: Automotive, Logistics and Transportation, Manufacturing and Industrial Automation, Aerospace and Defense, Energy (including Oil & Gas), Pharmaceutical/Medical, High Tech, Media, Electronics, Internet, or Semiconductor.
+ Proven expertise in PLM, MES/MOM, PLC, SCADA, IoT platforms, and Manufacturing IT Systems Integrations
+ Hands-on experience with loosely coupled, microservices-based platform architectures, containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless computing.
+ Strong knowledge of big data technologies, AI/ML frameworks, and cybersecurity best practices (including Operational Technology (OT) security).
+ Experience in designing architectures tailored to manufacturing use cases.
+ Relevant cloud and edge architecture certifications, such as AWS Certified Solution Architect or Azure Solution Architect Expert.
+ Comprehensive understanding of edge and cloud capabilities
+ Bachelors Degree in Engineering
+ Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently with board-level executives.
+ A proactive, dynamic approach to client engagement, with a willingness to travel frequently for meetings and workshops with clients and partners.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York or Washington as set forth below.We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here. (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/total-rewards)
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $73,800 to $218,800
Colorado $73,800 to $189,000
District of Columbia $78,500 to $201,300
Illinois $68,300 to $189,000
Minnesota $73,800 to $189,000
Maryland $68,300 to $175,000
New York $68,300 to $218,800
Washington $78,500 to $201,300
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