Freelance Inductive Automation Ignition Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Job Summary:
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology. They are seeking a Platform Engineer to assist in containerizing industrial applications and develop Kubernetes configurations, collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions to clients.
Responsibilities:
• Assist in containerizing industrial applications (e.g., Ignition by Inductive Automation) using Docker, ensuring compatibility with production manufacturing workloads.
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes configurations, including manifests, Helm charts, operators, and ArgoCD application sets, to support automated, GitOps-driven deployments.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) with Kubernetes for seamless project delivery.
• Support the implementation of advanced Kubernetes features like auto-scaling, rollouts (e.g., via Kargo or similar tools), and high-availability setups.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and optimizing Kubernetes clusters (cloud or on-prem) for performance, security, and cost efficiency.
• Work with SCADA/MES engineers to translate application requirements into containerized, Kubernetes-native solutions, ensuring alignment with client needs.
• Contribute to developing firm-wide standards and procedures for developing client-owned production containerized applications.
• Represent the company positively, aligning with our culture and Guiding Principles of Leadership.
Qualifications:
Required:
• 6+ years of direct DevOps or cloud solutions architecture experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience with Kubernetes specifically in production environments, ideally with stateful or complex applications (relevant project experience counts).
• Hands-on experience building and optimizing Docker containers for production workloads.
• Proficiency in writing Kubernetes YAML manifests, Helm charts, or Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs).
• Familiarity with GitOps tools like ArgoCD (or FluxCD) for automated deployments.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Go for automation tasks.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their integration with Kubernetes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes networking, storage, and security concepts (e.g., services, ingresses, PVs/PVCs, RBAC).
• Willingness to learn industrial automation platforms (e.g., Ignition, FactoryTalk, Wonderware) and apply Kubernetes expertise to manufacturing use cases.
• Experience in manufacturing environments (e.g., food and beverage, life sciences, or industrial automation) is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS EKS, Azure AKS, Google GKE) or on-prem Kubernetes (e.g., OpenShift, K3s) is a bonus.
• Exposure to monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) or Java-based development (e.g., for Ignition modules) is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and vendors.
• Personal ownership over success in developing industry standards and enterprise direction in containerized industrial applications.
• Willing and able to travel as needed for project requirements, including installations, client meetings, or industry events (travel will be supported).
Preferred:
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer credentials are preferred.
• Minimum B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Consideration will be given to degrees in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related fields with relevant technical experience or coursework in Kubernetes/containerization.
Company:
Barry-Wehmiller is a company that provides manufactures packaging and paper processing equipment. Founded in 1885, the company is headquartered in St Louis, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.