Manufacturing Solutions Architect – Industry 4.0

Ascentt is building cutting-edge data analytics & AI/ML solutions for global automotive and manufacturing leaders. We turn enterprise data into real-time decisions using advanced machine learning and GenAI. Our team solves hard engineering problems at scale, with real-world industry impact. We’re hiring passionate builders to shape the future of industrial intelligence.

**Job Title: Manufacturing Solutions Architect – Industry 4.0**

**Location: Indore, M.P work from Office**

**Employment Type:** Full-time

**About the Role**

We are seeking an experienced **Manufacturing Solutions Architect to join our team in India and lead clients through their digital transformation journey. This role focuses on bridging OT and IT , designing and implementing Industry 4.0 solutions across automotive and discrete manufacturing environments. You will work closely with clients to understand their operations, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver scalable, future-ready solutions leveraging Unified Namespace (UNS), IIoT platforms, MES systems, cloud technologies, and AI/ML**.

**Key Responsibilities**

· Lead the design and implementation of **MES, IIoT, and digital transformation architectures** , ensuring scalability and alignment with industry standards.

· Partner with clients to understand their manufacturing operations, identify opportunities for improvement, and design **Industry 4.0 solutions** that deliver measurable value.

· Oversee the **integration of automation, IT, and enterprise systems** , enabling seamless data flow from the shop floor to the cloud.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that support core and extended manufacturing functions such as **OEE, downtime, scheduling, order management, track & trace, quality management, energy management, device management, etc.**

· Design and implement data architecture solutions including **data modeling, supporting governance frameworks , and master data management** strategies for manufacturing environments.

· Manage vendor relationships and technology selection processes, evaluating and recommending solutions that align with client requirements and strategic objectives.

· Provide **technical leadership and guidance** to project teams, ensuring solutions are well-architected, secure, and future-ready.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders while staying up to date with **emerging technologies and industry trends**.

· Support documentation, knowledge sharing, and best practices to enable consistent delivery and continuous improvement.

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**Qualifications & Skills**

**Required**

· **5+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, MES, and digital transformation**.

· Strong knowledge of **Industry 4.0 concepts** (IIoT, Unified Namespace, Smart Manufacturing, AI/ML, Digital Twin).

· Hands-on experience with **IIoT/MES platforms**(Ignition/Sepasoft, WinCC OA, Siemens OpCenter, or similar) and integration with ERP and external systems.

· Solid understanding of **manufacturing operations** (production planning, scheduling, quality, OEE, downtime, supply chain processes, etc.).

· Familiarity with **automation tech stack** : sensors, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, MES, ERP, and cloud.

· Experience with **cloud platforms** (GCP preferred; AWS/Azure familiarity a plus).

· Proficiency in **programming/scripting** (Python, Java, JavaScript, or equivalent).

· Experience with **databases(SQL & NoSQL such as MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and historians**.

· Strong understanding of **OT/IT integration** , including networking fundamentals, secure architectures, and identity management.

· Experience with modular/microservices architecture design and implementation.

· Hands-on experience with **API management platforms** and integration technologies (REST, GraphQL, messaging systems).

· Proven experience in **data modeling** and architecture design for manufacturing environments.

· Familiarity with **master data management (MDM)** systems and strategies in manufacturing contexts.

· Experience with **real-time data streaming** architectures and technologies (Kafka, MQTT, GCP Pub/Sub, etc.).

· Proven ability to **lead cross-functional teams** and deliver enterprise-scale manufacturing solutions.

**Preferred / Nice to Have**

· 5+ years in MES/SCADA system design and implementation.

· 3+ years of hands-on experience with **Ignition** (platform and modules).

· Experience with **automotive manufacturing environments**.

· Experience leading **multi-site MES rollouts**.

· Exposure to **digital twin, simulation, or GenAI applications** in manufacturing.

· Knowledge of **standards and frameworks** such as ISA-95 or similar.

· Experience with **agile methodologies** and modern DevOps practices.

· Experience in **change management** methodologies and organizational transformation frameworks.

· Relevant certifications (e.g., CMRP, CIMP) are a plus.

**Soft Skills**

· Strong **problem-solving and analytical** mindset.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

· Ability to **translate technical solutions into business value**.

· Comfortable leading **workshops and roadmaps** with client executives and technical teams.

· Collaborative, with ability to work across **global OT, IT, and business teams**.

· Strong **change management** and organizational transformation capabilities.

· Effective vendor relationship management.