Systems Integration Engineering Associate II

MXD•Chicago, IL

About The Position

MxD is seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineering Associate II to support modernization across the U.S. government-owned Organic Industrial Base (OIB). The role contributes technically to projects, translates manufacturing challenges and stakeholder needs into scoped modernization initiatives and implemented solutions, assesses opportunities at manufacturing sites, and communicates the development and implementation of digital manufacturing technologies. The position works cross-functionally with teams across departments and supports federal grant applications, including proposal writing. Relevant technical areas include control systems, networks, cybersecurity, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) integration, including design, implementation, and sustainment. Experience with the Department of War and other government stakeholders is considered ideal. The position reports to the Sr. Director, Engineering. MxD is a mission-driven, collaborative 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on strengthening U.S. manufacturing competitiveness through technology innovation, workforce development, and modernization. Its Chicago facility on Goose Island includes a manufacturing floor, infrastructure testbeds, and an open-office environment. The organization offers flexible work arrangements, with feasibility determined by the role and supervisor, and an unlimited paid-time-off program. The role requires travel of up to 40% across the United States. Salary range: $91,054 to $110,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Systems Engineering is preferred.
2–4 years of progressive experience in manufacturing systems integration is preferred.
Understanding of control systems, networks, cybersecurity, MES, and PLM integration, including design, implementation, and sustainment requirements.
Ability to participate in assessments of manufacturing operations, apply root cause analysis, identify modernization opportunities, and recommend solutions.
Ability to create and update technical documents, including manuals, reports, and presentations.
Ability to provide digital manufacturing solutions to real-world problems and generate project requirements for industry RFPs.
Project management skills to track and report project progress.
Ability to interface with MxD commercial and academic members and contribute to project design and implementation.
Ability to investigate emerging technologies and maintain a future systems roadmap.
Ability to maintain and expand OIB proofs of concept installed on the MxD factory floor and provide tours to OIB stakeholders.
Ability to travel up to 40% across the United States.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time unrestricted basis; the position does not provide employment visa sponsorship and is not eligible for candidates on temporary work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the Department of War and other government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Participate in digital modernization assessments at OIB facilities, apply root cause analysis, identify modernization opportunities, and recommend solutions.
Provide technical input and real-time feedback to OIB stakeholders during assessments and projects.
Translate stakeholder needs into scoped modernization initiatives and align solutions with opportunities and use cases.
Develop digital manufacturing solutions to assigned real-world problems.
Contribute technical content to grant and proposal opportunities and generate project requirements for industry Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Create and update technical documents, including manuals, reports, presentations, and project documentation.
Track and report project progress using project management skills.
Engage MxD commercial and academic members and industry partners in project design and implementation.
Interface with plant leaders, operators, and military officers.
Support implementation and sustainment of identified solutions.
Maintain and expand OIB proofs of concept installed on the MxD factory floor.
Track emerging technologies and contribute to the future systems roadmap.
Represent MxD at industry forums, webinars, and events, with guidance as needed.
Lead tours of the MxD factory floor for OIB stakeholders.