Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Responsibilities Support and modify the deployment of manufacturing systems including MES, ERP, and MRP , ensuring reliability, data accuracy, and alignment with production workflows. Lead system configuration, enhancements, upgrades, and new module deployments. Translate manufacturing process requirements into system logic, workflows, and data structures. Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reports to support production, quality, supply chain, and leadership decision-making. Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Ensure end-to-end data traceability across manufacturing, inventory, quality, and planning systems. Partner with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to improve processes using system-driven insights. Support lean manufacturing, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives through data and system automation. Develop and maintain KPIs related to throughput, yield, WIP, schedule adherence, and material availability. Support integrations between MES, ERP, MRP, PLM, and other enterprise systems. Collaborate with IT and software teams on APIs, data pipelines, and system interoperability. Identify opportunities to automate manual data collection and reporting processes. Create system documentation, training materials, and standard operating procedures. Provide user support, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for system-related issues. Support new product introductions (NPI) and production scaling efforts from a systems perspective. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering , or related field. 3+ years of experience working with MES, ERP, and/or MRP systems in a manufacturing environment. Strong experience with data analysis and dashboard creation . Proficiency with SQL and relational databases. Experience translating manufacturing processes into system and data requirements. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Preferred Qualifications Hands‑on experience with common MES or ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, Siemens, Rockwell, or similar). Experience with BI and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker). Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs, lean principles, and production planning concepts. Experience supporting high‑mix, low‑volume, or complex manufacturing environments. Scripting or automation experience (Python, VBA, etc.). Physical Demands Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Occasional standing and walking within the office. Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports. Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies. Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages). Benefits Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services. Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents. Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care. Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents. Time Off: Generous PTO and holidays. Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents. Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses. Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match. Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success. Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline. Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office. Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr NightDragon Acquisition Corp.