Data Engineer (Operations & Manufacturing Data)

Kforce Inc.

Chesterfield, MO(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45–$62
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Intelligence, Business Support, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Legal, Looker, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Systems, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reliability Engineering, Reporting Dashboards, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Tableau, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing
LOCATION
Chesterfield, MO(remote)
POSTED
1 day ago
Kforce's client in Chesterfield, MO is seeking a Data Engineer to join a global Smart Manufacturing Solutions team responsible for connecting operational technology (OT) environments with enterprise data platforms. This role focuses on building, supporting, and improving the reliability of cloud-based data pipelines that enable business intelligence, analytics, reporting, automation, and future AI initiatives. This position is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working across cloud technologies, manufacturing systems, data analytics, and production support in a highly visible operational environment. Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and support data pipelines that move operational and manufacturing data from facility systems to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Build dashboards, reports, and monitoring solutions that improve operational visibility and pipeline health
  • Develop alerting, logging, and automation capabilities to proactively detect and resolve issues
  • Troubleshoot pipeline failures, data quality issues, and operational incidents
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement improvements to increase reliability and resilience
  • Collaborate with global teams across IT, operations, engineering, and business functions
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, support procedures, and troubleshooting guides
  • Support data governance initiatives focused on data quality and integrity

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline
  • 2-5 years of experience in Data Engineering, Analytics Engineering, Production Support, or a related field
  • Experience building and supporting data pipelines and cloud-based data solutions
  • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Strong SQL and Python skills
  • Experience with monitoring, alerting, logging, and production support processes
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex data flows and identify points of failure
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment supporting business-critical systems
  • Strong ownership mentality
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Curious and proactive problem solver
  • Sense of urgency and ability to prioritize
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
Technical Skills:
  • Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Monitoring)
  • SQL
  • Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn)
  • Data Engineering & Data Pipelines
  • Dashboarding and Analytics
  • Monitoring, Alerting, and Logging
  • Systems Support and Reliability Engineering
Preferred:
  • Node-RED or similar automation tools
  • OSIsoft PI or industrial data historians
  • API integrations
  • Grafana
  • Looker, Power BI, or Tableau
  • Dataform or Collibra
  • Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/