Sr. Manufacturing Systems Engineer (JD Edwards)

RealTruck•,

72d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer will spearhead the development of software solutions in logistics. This position will play a crucial role in shaping the technical direction of projects and ensuring the overall success of software development initiatives within the organization. This individual will leverage their expertise to design, implement, integrate, and maintain systems for efficient processes within the assigned function area (i.e. manufacturing, distribution, finance, etc.). This position will lead and collaborate with cross-functional and international teams to drive innovations. This position offers remote flexibility. Candidates located within commuting distance of one of our major facilities may be expected to work onsite 2-3 days per week to support team collaboration and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree related to information technology, management information systems, and/or supply chain management required; master’s degree preferred.
8+ years of experience in IT supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations required.
4+ years experience with Oracle JD Edwards required.
Proficiency in English required; Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Skilled in system design, engineering, system integration, testing, deployment, and support.
Skilled in software configuration, programming, database query languages.
Ability to understand complex processes and system configurations.
Ability to simplify analysis, solutions, and communications.
Ability to provide instructions and directions for large teams to execute.
Ability to contribute to executive leadership team communications.
Knowledge of distribution and transportation processes.
Knowledge of distribution & transportation technologies.
Knowledge of best practices.
Knowledge of modern technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with multiple ERP systems preferred (NetSuite, JD Edwards, IFS, Infor, Manhattan Active, etc).
Certifications in APICS, ACSM, Six Sigma preferred.
ProActive framework.
Experience in SCI/LM/Slotting.
Experience in Python Programming.
Integration and API expertise - NetSuite, eShipping, JDE, other.
Performance Tuning: Ability to analyze and improve system performance for efficiency gains.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and architecture of complex software systems, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.
Lead cross-functional and international teams.
Collaborate with Executive Leadership Team (ELT), product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver cohesive and successful software solutions.
Analyze and solve complex technical problems, making decisions that align with project goals and organizational objectives.
Communicate technical concepts and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable system requirements to code, often taking a lead role in implementing critical components.
Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and knowledge sharing among the team.
Effectively manage time and priorities, contributing to project planning, estimation, and successful delivery.
Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and productive development environment.
Implement and advocate for effective testing strategies, ensuring software reliability through unit testing, integration testing, and other quality assurance measures.
Create and maintain technical documentation, making the codebase understandable and accessible for the team.