Systems Administrator - Digital Convergence



At Chromalox, part of Spirax Group, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we do it better and have been doing it longer than anyone else.


Chromalox started with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.


That pioneering, innovative spirit continues today. Built on opportunity and innovation, Chromalox has grown to serve more global markets and industries. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.


Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!


Our sister-company, Durex Industries, also part of Spirax Group, is a leading manufacturer specializing in custom electric heaters, temperature sensors, temperature controls, and process systems serving a variety of markets with our cutting-edge thermal solutions. Markets include but aren't limited to Aerospace, Food Service, Life Sciences, Medical Equipment, Petro-Chemical Processing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductors and Process Heat.


Durex Industries' innovative solutions empower clients across many sectors, ensuring efficient and reliable thermal management.
Join us as we continue to grow to meet each new challenge through innovative product development, continuous improvement, and a commitment to high quality standards.



The Role:



We are seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Administrator to join our team onsite in Cary, IL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background providing hands-on IT support in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for providing day to day support for design engineering and manufacturing technology including CAD, CAM, MES, product marking & labeling, and shipping applications as well as documentation, requirements gathering, and participation in systems improvement projects.



Your Responsibilities:

• Support: Provide direct daily support for engineers and operations staff using SolidWorks PDM, MasterCAM, GibbsCAM,


• Predator MES, Altair Inspire Cast, Zoller, Micronite, Bartender, Descartes Ship Rush.


• System Integration: Collaborate with IT support and infrastructure teams to integrate and optimize systems, ensuring seamless communication and data exchange between IT and OT environments.


• Monitoring and Maintenance: Continuously monitor applications and OT systems to identify and resolve issues promptly, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.


• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of applications and OT systems, configurations, and processes to support ongoing operations and future upgrades.


• Compliance: Ensure all IT and OT systems comply with relevant industry standards and security best practices.

• Bachelor's in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.


• Demonstrable understanding of standard IT concepts including hardware, software, networking, and security.


• Experience supporting engineers responsible for product design, industrial control systems (ICS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and other OT technologies.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.