• Apriso Consultant / MES Solution Architect

    Cognizant (Milwaukee, WI)


    Role Overview

     

    Seeking an **Apriso Consultant** (also known as MES Solution Architect or Apriso Developer) to lead the design, configuration, integration, deployment, and support of Apriso MES solutions across manufacturing environments.

    Key Responsibilities

    + **Solution Architecture & Implementation**

    + Design scalable, end-to-end Apriso MES solutions including Production, Quality, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Time & Labor modules.

    + Configure workflows using Apriso Process Builder, Global Process Manager, and FlexNet to support batch execution, EBRs, and real-time shop floor controls.

    + **Integration & Interfaces**

    + Enable interfaces between Apriso and ERP (SAP/Oracle), PLM, SCADA/PLC, and PLM systems using OPC, web services, IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, SQL, etc..

    + **Support, Troubleshooting & Testing**

    + Provide L1–L3 support including logging/error handling, go-live assistance, and ongoing maintenance.

    + Conduct unit, system, and integration testing; troubleshoot issues in Apriso or interfacing systems.

    + **Consulting & Client Engagement**

    + Participate in requirement gathering, gap analysis, solution design, and client governance; lead demos and proofs-of-concept.

    + Mentor junior team members and collaborate on training, SOP development, and documentation.

    + **Pre-Sales & Thought Leadership**

    + Assist in opportunity identification, RFP responses, and pre-sales technical demos.

    + Represent Apriso capabilities at client meetings and industry events.

    Required Skills & Experience

    + **Technical Expertise:**

    + 3–11+ years in Apriso (FlexNet or DELMIA Apriso) implementations.

    + Hands-on with Process Builder, Business Controls, Global Process Manager, FlexNet.

    + Strong integration experience with ERP, SCADA/PLC, and PLM via OPC, web services, SQL, IDoc/BAPI/RFC.

    + Programming skills in C#, .NET, Java, SQL/PL-SQL, and web technologies.

    + **Domain Knowledge:**

    + Understanding of manufacturing processes, ISA-95, S88 standards.

    + Experience across Production, Quality, Warehouse, Maintenance business processes.

    + **Soft Skills:**

    + Strong problem-solving, client-facing, mentoring, and communication capabilities.

    + **Education & Domain Experience:**

    + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering, IT, or related field.

    + Preferably 5–11+ years of experience in MES implementations; experience in regulated industries (e.g., pharma) and Agile environments preferred.

     

    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.