Senior Platform Engineer

As a Sr. Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of OT systems and IT technologies specific to Manufacturing and Quality operations. This includes expanding and optimizing applications such as Kepware, WinSPC, SQL Databases, and Aveva PI Historian, as well as programming tags on PLCs and HMIs, and pulling data directly from manufacturing machines. Day to Day Responsibilities: • Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering organizations to develop solutions through effective understanding of business and process requirements. • Plan configuration of digital OT architecture and influence OT data strategy as technology evolves. • Implement and support technical solutions related to MES and Historian systems. • Stay abreast of the latest IT advancements and emerging technologies in industry and provide recommendations in support of Milwaukee Tool’s strategic goals. • Resolve problems with OT data flow and applications. • Provide consulting and guidance to end users to access or analyze data in useful ways. • Produce documentation including process maps, data architecture maps, integration requirements, protocols/data specifications as needed. • Build IT credibility by modeling professionalism, excellence, integrity, and passion. • Manage technical deliverables for projects, contribute to project plan scope, and monitor performance for timely completion. • Create dashboards and data views to show real-time information as required. • Build relationships with business and IT partners on a global scale (US, Mexico, and Asia). • Support the development of change management strategies and related documentation. • Develop, influence, and support Industry 4.0 strategy. • Contribute to and continuously improve a big-picture, multi-year OT data strategy. • Serve as a subject matter expert for smart factory and connected operations. • Travel Requirement: Up to 15% Additional Skills & Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management Systems, Computer Science, or Business Administration with an emphasis in technology. • Minimum 8 years’ experience in an Information Technology field relevant to manufacturing operations. • Understanding of core business processes such as Manufacturing, Quality, and Industry 4.0. • Self-managed, self-starter, pro-active, and able to manage multiple concurrent activities with time constraints. • Strong business engagement and professional written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills. • Experience with API integrations. • Experience designing, developing, and implementing OT architecture including integrations with ERP. • Experience industrial automation processes, including protocols such as OPC, Modbus, MQTT, SCADA, and PLC programming. • Proficiency in configuring and administering Kepware servers and drivers. • Experience with the architecture of Aveva PI System (formerly OSIsoft PI), including PI Data Archive, PI Asset Framework (PI AF), PI Interfaces, and PI Vision. • Ability to troubleshoot communication issues, diagnose problems with device connections, and debug configuration errors. Other TOOLS We Prefer You to Have • Direct shop floor experience with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering. • Demonstrated proficiency establishing integrations between Oracle ERP and associated systems. • Knowledge of networking concepts like TCP/IP, Ethernet, routers, switches, firewalls, and subnetting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.