Manufacturing IT/OT Systems Architect | ERP & MES

pbManufacturing IT/OT Systems Architect | ERP MES /b /p pbLocation: /b Zurich Region, Switzerland (hybrid)br/bEmployment: /b Permanentbr/bIndustry: /b High-Tech Manufacturing | Industrial Technologybr/bEnvironment: /b International | Innovative | Engineering-Driven /p pWe are partnering with an internationally successful Swiss high-tech company looking for a bManufacturing IT/OT Systems Architect /b to play a key role in the evolution of its industrial technology landscape. /p pThis is an opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, understands how modern manufacturing environments operate and wants to influence how production technologies are designed, connected and developed. /p pYou will work in an environment where advanced engineering meets software, automation and digital innovation, with the freedom to challenge existing approaches, introduce new ideas and turn technical vision into practical improvements. /p pbWhat You will Be Doing /b /p pYou will work across manufacturing technology, software and enterprise IT, helping create a more connected, scalable and future-ready production environment. /p pYour key responsibilities will include: /p ul libModern Manufacturing Architecture: /b Develop architectural solutions that support increasingly digitalized and interconnected production environments. /li libConnecting IT OT: /b Bring together industrial automation, manufacturing applications and enterprise platforms to enable reliable communication and information exchange. /li libMES ERP Integration: /b Help establish effective integration between manufacturing execution systems, business applications and production technologies. /li libSystems Data Architecture: /b Analyse complex technology environments, understand how information moves between applications and identify opportunities to simplify integration. /li libTechnology Evolution: /b Contribute to the modernization of existing manufacturing systems, improving scalability, maintainability and long-term performance. /li libTechnical Problem-Solving: /b Investigate architectural limitations and develop practical solutions that balance technical requirements with operational realities. /li libCross-Functional Collaboration: /b Partner with specialists from manufacturing, automation, software engineering, IT and RD to deliver integrated technology solutions. /li /ul pbWhat We are Looking For /b /p pWe are interested in experienced engineers and architects who understand both the technical complexity of industrial environments and the importance of building systems that work reliably in production. /p pbIdeally, you will bring: /b /p ul liA degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering or a comparable technical field. /li liExperience working with industrial manufacturing systems, production technologies or manufacturing software environments. /li liA good understanding of bIT/OT integration, industrial automation and the interaction between manufacturing and enterprise systems /b. /li liKnowledge of bMES, ERP and industrial system interfaces /b, including how different applications exchange information. /li liExperience analysing, designing or documenting complex software and systems architectures.The ability to understand technical details while maintaining a clear view of the wider systems landscape. /li liStrong analytical thinking, practical problem-solving skills and the confidence to challenge existing technical approaches. /li liExcellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different engineering and business teams. /li /ul pbParticularly interesting backgrounds include: /b /p pManufacturing IT Architecture, OT Systems Architecture, Industrial Software Engineering, MES Integration, Systems Engineering or Industrial Digitalization. /p pYou don't need to have followed a traditional architecture career path. We're equally interested in technically strong engineers who have developed a broad understanding of manufacturing systems and are ready to take greater architectural responsibility. /p pbWhy Consider This Opportunity? /b /p pYou will be joining an established Swiss technology business with a strong international presence, a reputation for engineering excellence and a culture that encourages innovation, technical curiosity and individual responsibility. /p pHere is what makes the opportunity particularly attractive: /p ul libHigh-Impact Position: /b Influence important architectural decisions and contribute directly to the future development of advanced manufacturing technologies. /li libStability Meets Innovation: /b Enjoy the security of an established international technology company while working in an agile, entrepreneurial engineering environment. /li libInteresting Technical Challenges: /b Work with sophisticated production technologies and complex systems where your expertise can make a tangible difference. /li libCollaborative Engineering Culture: /b Join talented colleagues who value knowledge sharing, open communication and practical solutions. /li libFlexible Working Arrangements: /b Flexible working hours and home-office opportunities. /li libAbove-Average Pension Benefits: /b Employer pension contributions well above statutory requirements. /li libAdditional Employee Benefits: /b Attractive public transport subsidies and discounted mobile phone plans. /li libLong-Term Career Opportunity: /b Develop your expertise within a forward-thinking technology organization where your ideas and contributions are valued. /li /ul