Digital Architect

At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

cky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking a Digital Transformation Architect to drives the adoption of digital technologies and data-driven solutions to improve manufacturing performance, reliability, safety, quality, and cost efficiency. Working across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Automation, IT, and leadership teams, this role aligns technology, processes, and people to advance operational excellence.

Responsible for identifying and implementing high-impact digital initiatives, the role serves as a catalyst for innovation, process optimization, predictive maintenance, and continuous improvement while delivering measurable business value.

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and execute the digital transformation strategy to improve safety, reliability, productivity, quality, and cost performance.

Identify, prioritize, and implement high-impact digital initiatives aligned with business and operational goals.

Lead asset reliability programs, including predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and reliability-centered maintenance practices.

Drive equipment uptime and operational performance through data analytics, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Architect and optimize integration between operational technology (OT) and enterprise business systems.

Establish digital manufacturing standards, data governance, cybersecurity, and network reliability best practices.

Develop real-time dashboards, KPI frameworks, and advanced analytics to support data-driven decision-making.

Leverage automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Industrial IoT technologies to enhance manufacturing performance.

Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, IT, and leadership teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Lead workforce adoption of digital technologies through training, change management, and the promotion of a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Technology, Automation, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.

Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, automation, reliability, or digital transformation.

Experience implementing industrial digital solutions within heavy manufacturing environments.

Experience with data analytics and business intelligence platforms.

Experience in steel manufacturing, metals, mining, or other heavy industrial operations.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.

Reliability certifications such as CMRP or CRE.

Experience with:

SAP

IBM Maximo

AVEVA

OSI PI

Power BI

Azure

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Wonderware

Experience deploying predictive maintenance or Industrial IoT solutions.

Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and digital twin applications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Demonstrated success leading cross-functional transformation initiatives.

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance processes.

Experience with data analytics and business intelligence platforms.

Demonstrated success leading cross-functional transformation initiatives.

Strong communication, leadership, and influencing skills.

Target Hire Date: 10/20/2026 - 10/27/2026

Compensation Range: $125,000 - $135,000

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• •Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• •Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• •Short and long term disability programs
• •Competitive retirement plans
• •Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• •Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• •Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• •Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• •Tuition reimbursement
• •Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!