Details: A REMOTE Apriso Solution Architect job is currently available at Belcan. This position can be worked direct or as contract from anywhere in the U. S. The Solution Architect will provide technical leadership for the definition, design, and implementation of Apriso based MES solution. In this role you will set the expectations, provide insight into the solutions to be provided, create prototypes and functional and technical specifications. In addition, you will provide the architectural design that will be the foundation for the implementation. Responsibilities: *Architect solutions using the best business practices utilizing the Apriso Software suite of products *Create conceptual designs, process definitions/functional business blueprints based on identified requirements. *Develop and implement processes to evaluate, capture, and apply best practices and lessons learned *Perform handover of the Blueprints to the Project/Delivery Managers and/or Implementation Leads *Create appropriate technical designs based on functional specifications. *Promotes the development and use of repeatable solutions with focus on reusable templates and time to value. *Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to partners and customers. *Provide assistance to Project Managers for Pre-Sales RFP and questions from Field Pre Sales Consultants. *Assist in providing technical and functional help for packaging solutions for vertical industries. *Lead internal process improvement of Apriso business practices and procedures. Primary Skills *Experience in implementing MES software for key modules such as Production, Quality and Warehouse - architecting and implementing - including automation, production monitoring and execution, quality planning and execution, detailed scheduling and sequencing and interfaces to ERP *Understanding of Apriso data model and Apriso process builder framework *Knowledge of material management as it pertains to the shop floor. Understanding of different replenishment strategies (Push/Pull, Kanban) *Working knowledge of Project Management and presentation software business tools *Excellent problem-solving skills *Minimum of 8 years in a Supply Chain/ LES/ MES/ ERP/Automation functional / technical role (either business or I.T.) providing familiarity with business processes and practices *Minimum of 8 years' experience in the Information Technology Industry *Programming background with C#, SQL/PL SQL, Java and web based technologies *U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder Secondary skills *SAP or Oracle applications experience is a plus *Experience using Biztalk Server, SAP Business Connector is a plus. *Business Process Certifications, such as APICS, CPIM is a plus *Strategic Program Certifications, such as Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus *Understanding of RF and RFID technologies and devices is a plus We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of $133,000 to $158,000. Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. As an employee with Belcan, you will be part of one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. We maintain a small- company atmosphere as well as open communication at all levels of our organization, allowing for much more dynamic decision-making processes. We offer flexible schedules as well as an excellent mentoring system to ensure that you have all the knowledge and tools you need to meet a diverse range of engineering challenges. You will also have opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility, including management roles. Your hard work and profe