As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers. Under the Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. umbrella there are two divisions: R.E. Mason and Apperture Solutions. R.E. Mason is an Emerson Impact Partner covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emerson is the global leader of process systems and solutions. R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper. Apperture Solutions is a technology independent, professional consulting, and implementation services firm. Apperture Solutions offers Data Enablement, Production Optimization, Operations Management, and Other Value-Added Services. Apperture Solutions partners with other providers to offer our customers the technologies and solutions that fit their needs. What Apperture Offers Associates: Apperture is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates: Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave Paid Parental Leave Paid company holidays Career Development Program Retirement and Financial Wellness program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules General Description The Data Engineer will play a crucial role in leveraging data analytics platforms to transform raw data into actionable insights. This position requires a strong background in data engineering, experience with Seeq Analytics, and a passion for solving complex data problems. Specific Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure efficient data flow and transformation. Utilize Seeq Analytics to analyze time-series data, generate insights, and support decision-making processes. Experience in a data visualization tool such as PowerBI or related. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions. Optimize and tune data systems for performance and reliability. Ensure data quality and integrity across various data sources. Create and maintain documentation related to data engineering processes and workflows. Assist in the deployment and management of machine learning models and advanced analytics solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues in a timely manner. Support internal customers by developing innovative solutions to meet their data needs. Enhance and support the CI/CD automation needs of the business. Previous experience as an active SCRUM team member. Required Competencies Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in data engineering or a similar role. Proficiency in Seeq Analytics, including experience with its core functionalities and features. Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL). Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Scala). Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Highly communicative, detail-oriented, and career-minded with the ability to multitask. Customer service-oriented with a positive attitude, always willing to tackle any task and go the extra mile. Excellent communication skills Resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude Attention to detail Ability to follow detailed instructions Verbal and written communication Skills Time Management Skills Teamwork Required Education and Experience BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field. Preferred Experience/Competencies Experience with industrial data sources and IoT data such as SCADA/DCS, PLC, or process control. Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies (e.g., Redshift, Snowflake). Understanding of machine learning concepts and experience with model deployment. Certifications in relevant technologies and platforms. Appertureis a federal contractor and, as such, isrequired to solicit the race, gender, disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of ApperturesAffirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Apperture, please call our office at (704) 375-4465.