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Digital Manufacturing Engineer (Remote)

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

About the Role you're Considering

We are building modern, highly customized digital applications on top of the Ignition platform to support complex discrete manufacturing operations at a heavy industrial US defense contractor.

This role is not a traditional HMI or panel-screen configuration position. We are looking for engineers who bring strong web development fundamentals, software engineering discipline, and an interest in applying those skills to real-time industrial systems.

You will use Ignition as the application platform — extending it with Python scripting, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, and API integrations to create scalable, production-grade digital manufacturing solutions.

Prior Ignition (or similar) experience is very helpful but not essential. Candidates with strong software and web foundations who can learn industrial platforms quickly are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development

  • Design and develop responsive industrial web applications using Ignition Perspective and supporting web technologies
  • Extend Ignition’s out-of-the-box components using JavaScript, CSS, and Python scripting to meet complex business and operational requirements
  • Build modular, maintainable application architectures that support long-term scalability and reuse

Data & Systems Integration

  • Integrate applications with industrial and enterprise systems including:
    • SQL databases
    • SAP, Sharepoint, Active Directory
    • OPC and historian data sources (Kepware, Canary, etc.)
    • REST APIs
  • Design efficient data models and queries optimized for real-time operational use

Manufacturing Collaboration

  • Work directly with operations, engineers, IT, business stakeholders, and business analysts to translate manufacturing workflows into digital solutions
  • Design interfaces and workflows optimized for industrial users operating in high-tempo production environments
  • Help develop and extend dev team standards and tools to improve team performance

Quality & Reliability

  • Implement robust error handling, logging, and diagnostics
  • Ensure solutions meet performance, security, reliability, and compliance requirements
  • Produce clear technical documentation and solution architecture diagrams

What We're Looking For:

Core Technical Strengths

  • Strong experience with web UI development concepts:
    • HTML5
    • CSS
    • JavaScript
    • Responsive design and modern UI patterns
  • Proficiency in Python scripting for application logic and automation
  • Solid experience working with SQL databases and relational data models
  • Experience integrating external systems using REST APIs or web services
  • Ability to design maintainable, modular software — not just single-purpose screens

Manufacturing & Industrial Aptitude

  • Experience with manufacturing, industrial automation, or operational systems
  • Ability to understand production workflows, machine data, and real-time operational constraints
  • Familiarity with concepts such as MES, SCADA, HMI, OPC, historians, or IIoT is a plus (not mandatory)

Basic Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience specializing in Manufacturing Software Development and Integration
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • US Citizen
  • Ability to travel to client site up to two times per month

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior work with Ignition, Wonderware, Mendix, or other similar industrial/low-code platforms
  • Experience with Kepware, Canary, or industrial data pipelines
  • Strong working knowledge of discrete manufacturing environments (aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding, heavy industry)
  • Working familiarity with SAP integrations
  • Knowledge of cloud or hybrid architecture (AWS Industrial Solutions Framework)

Who Thrives in This Role

This role is ideal for someone who:

  • Enjoys building custom software solutions, not just configuring vendor templates
  • Is comfortable bridging IT/web development practices with industrial operations
  • Can quickly learn new platforms and frameworks
  • Thinks beyond “out-of-the-box” limitations
  • Enjoys solving real production problems with software

Skill Assessment (Required)

As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to demonstrate their technical ability by completing a short development task. A conceptual design and functional requirements will be provided during the initial interview. Candidates will complete the assignment between interviews and demonstrate their solution during a follow-up interview, including a walkthrough of their architecture, technical decisions, and implementation approach.

Using Ignition is preferred, but candidates may demonstrate the solution using another platform if necessary.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $65,200.00 to $169,000.00.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

 

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include: 

  • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

 

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect.  We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.

Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States.  http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law

 

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

 

Ref. code:  415929
Posted on:  19 Feb 2026
Experience Level:  Experienced Professionals
Contract Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US

Brand:  Capgemini Engineering
Professional Community:  Products & Systems Engineering


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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