Manufacturing Systems Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled IT Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support advanced computing and IT infrastructure for engineering, manufacturing, and enterprise operations. This role bridges enterprise systems engineering, ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable platforms that meet the demanding needs of simulation, design, and production in the automotive industry.

• Manage enterprise systems including Windows, Linux, and hybrid cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Oversee Active Directory, identity management, virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V), and enterprise storage / backup solutions.
• Monitor system health, capacity, and performance, ensuring 24/7 reliability for mission‑critical environments.
• Develop scripts and automation (Python, Bash, Power Shell) to improve system efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Implement cybersecurity best practices across enterprise systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and industry standards.
• Support disaster recovery planning, patching, and vulnerability remediation.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and IT teams to deliver robust solutions for MES, ERP, and PLM integration.
• Provide Tier 3 support for enterprise applications and system escalations.
• Document system designs, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and Windows Server administration.
• Expertise in cloud integration (Azure, AWS) and hybrid computing strategies.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, Power Shell) and automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with networking (Infini Band, Ethernet, VPNs, firewalls) and storage (Lustre, GPFS, SAN / NAS).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across engineering and IT teams.

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%).
• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

• Safety First
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy

At Fast Tek Global,
Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet
. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories
. Also,
Doing the right thing is our mantra
. We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.

We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years
!

Fast Tek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused
.

We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible,
creative and honest
. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.

Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:

• Medical and Dental (Fast Tek pays majority of the medical program)
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.

Fast Tek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!

We use AI tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications and identifying potential matches. These tools are designed to promote efficiency, consistency, and fairness, and they are always used under human oversight.

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