Platform Implementation Specialist- Entry-Level

AI overview

Support the deployment of customer-driven platform solutions in digital manufacturing, focusing on configuration, troubleshooting, and process improvement.

We’re looking for a motivated, technically minded individual to join our team as an Entry-Level Platform Implementation Specialist. In this role, you’ll help configure and deploy customer defined platform solutions that support our digital manufacturing and systems integration initiatives.

This is a process-driven position; the “what” and “how” are well-documented but success depends on your ability to think critically, troubleshoot, and improve how we execute. If you have an IT or Computer Science background and you’re eager to build real-world experience implementing industrial or enterprise software systems, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute platform configuration activities following defined procedures and templates.
  • Perform software setup, parameter adjustments, and data validation as part of system rollout.
  • Troubleshoot basic configuration and integration issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Document work performed, including configuration records, change logs, test results, and status updates.
  • Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities to streamline processes or improve quality.
  • Support deployment testing and participate in go-live and support activities as needed

Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong technical aptitude with a solid understanding of system configuration, databases, or scripting concepts.
  • Comfortable following structured procedures while thinking critically about what’s being done and why.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Curiosity and drive to learn new technologies, tools, and methods.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred (Not Required)

  • Familiarity with industrial automation, data acquisition, or platform software (e.g., Ignition, Kepware, or similar).
  • Experience with Node Red, SQL, Python, or configuration management tools.
  • Exposure to Agile or process improvement environments.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Life Insurance Options: Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

Sandalwood is an engineering and ergonomics consulting firm. Sandalwood designs and executes strategic programs for manufacturers which reduce their work-related risks to quality, productivity and employee health. By providing knowledge, research, technology and resources, Sandalwood supports its clients from the executive level to the factory floor.

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