{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e9ba321d2c2e14f5748a2327","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9ba321d2c2e14f5748a2327","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e9ba321d2c2e14f5748a2327","title":"Senior SQL Server Data Platform Engineer (Manufacturing Systems)","description":"Shape the Data Backbone of Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing\n\nEmployer: PDS Tech Commercial\n\nRole: Senior SQL Server Data Platform Engineer (Manufacturing Systems)\n\nPay: $72/hr\n\nSchedule: Monday–Friday\n\nLocation: Richardson, TX (Onsite with limited remote flexibility)\n\nA day in the life\n\nYou’ll start with a quick scan of overnight jobs and production KPIs, triage a performance alert impacting a critical MES workflow, and then jump into refining a star schema that feeds Power BI dashboards for operations leadership. By afternoon, you’re collaborating with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and OT teams to tune a high-throughput SQL Server instance, deploying an SSRS report for yield analysis, and validating backup and disaster recovery procedures for a new production line. Before you wrap, you document changes, push improvements through SDLC gates, and check the 24/7 monitoring board for a smooth handoff.\n\nWhat you’ll own\nAdministration and tuning of Microsoft SQL Server databases powering MES, SCADA, APC, and enterprise applications\nDesign, build, and upkeep of data marts, warehouses, and governed reporting layers\nAdvanced SQL development: complex queries, stored procedures, and performance-optimized data pipelines\nReporting and analytics delivery using SSRS and Power BI\nPerformance troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for mission-critical production systems\nCross-database support for Oracle and DB2 when needed\nSecurity hardening, access management, and documentation for compliance and audit readiness\nParticipation in 24/7 monitoring, cybersecurity alignment, backups, recovery, and DR exercises\nRequired qualifications\nBachelor’s degree\n5+ years with MS SQL Server, performance tuning, and SSMS\nHands-on data modeling and database design experience\nAdvanced SQL programming proficiency\n2+ years of PowerShell scripting\n1+ year with ServiceNow (or similar ITSM platform)\nComfort across the SDLC and strong documentation/communication skills\nPreferred profile\nBackground with Oracle, DB2, SSRS, and Power BI\nManufacturing experience: MES, SCADA, or semiconductor fabs\nExposure to C#, Python, JavaScript, HTML, and web app development\nFamiliarity with ITIL, business continuity, and disaster recovery\nCalm, clear communicator during high-severity incidents\nWhat makes you successful\nTranslates complex database challenges into clear, actionable plans\nUnderstands IT/OT convergence and shop-floor realities\nThrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments\nDrives continuous improvement with measurable outcomes\nWhy this role matters\n\nYour work supports AI-driven factory automation, Advanced Process Control (APC), Fault Detection & Classification (FDC), MES modernization, data warehousing initiatives, and the broader digital manufacturing transformation.\n\nTools & tech you’ll touch\nSQL Server, SSMS, SSRS, Power BI\nOracle, DB2\nPowerShell, C#, Python, JavaScript, HTML\nAPC, MES, SCADA\nIT infrastructure across servers, networks, telecom, and cloud\nCompelling reasons to join\n$72/hr for high-impact, hands-on work in a state-of-the-art fab environment\nInfluence enterprise data architecture and reporting strategy\nCollaborate closely with engineering, operations, and IT leadership\nGrow toward technical leadership and architectural ownership\nReady to apply?\n\nIf you bring deep expertise in MS SQL tuning, SSRS/Power BI, manufacturing systems, PowerShell, and data architecture—and you communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical partners—we’d love to meet you.\n\nCompliance\n\n**This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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