Data Engineer

Data Engineer
Location: Chestertown, MD
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 per year

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Are you a highly motivated and experienced Data Engineer ready to build the next generation of data infrastructure that powers critical business decisions? The Dixon Group is looking for a Data Engineer to join our Data Team in Chestertown, MD! In this role, you will take ownership of identifying, developing, and optimizing robust, scalable ETL/ELT solutions for internal and external data sources. In this high-impact role, you will be crucial in ensuring that our data is clean, reliable, and accessible for advanced analysis and decision-making across the company. You'll move beyond simple maintenance, leveraging T-SQL, Python (Pandas), SSIS, and REST APIs to automate repeatable data processes and continuously enhance performance.

The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Use various tools and methods to automate repeatable ETL processes using a combination of SSIS, T-SQL, Python and REST APIs.
• Use SSMS and T-SQL to develop complex queries and data sources to deliver comprehensive data sets from multiple sources. Write SQL queries and stored procedures to support internal Dixon applications.
• Assist Business Intelligence Engineers with back end query writing. Conduct data verification and validation for team members.
• Performance tune ETL and report processes and queries
• Develop algorithms to find insights from various data analysis techniques to include statistical analysis and Machine Learning processes.
• As a member of the Data Team, the ideal candidate will be able to assist Database Administrators with physical DBA tasks such as backup and restore, query tuning, encryption, auditing and regular maintenance.
• Effectively communicate with technical and non-technical team members.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Data Analytics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Information Systems, Business, or Economics, or a closely related technical field, is a mandatory prerequisite for this job role.
• 5-10 years of experience in a Data Engineer, Data Science or Business Analytics role.
• Experience in manufacturing or distribution industries preferred.
• T-SQL Expertise: Ability to develop and optimize complex T-SQL queries and data sources for multi-source data sets.
• Python Proficiency: Strong experience with Python, especially Pandas and other ETL libraries.
• Familiarity with Machine Learning libraries: Matplotlib, SciKit-Learn, Keras, and TensorFlow.
• Data Tool Mastery: Highly skilled in Tableau/Power BI, SSRS/Crystal Reports, SSMS, Excel, and Access.
• Knowledge of core data concepts: Database design, ETL, and data warehousing.
• Experience with version control (e.g., TFS/Visual Studio).
• Critical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills to navigate complex data challenges.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability: Highly organized, detailed, and able to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
• Proactive & Team-Oriented: Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude, professionalism, and a commitment to customer service and collaboration.
• Familiarity with manufacturing and/or distribution processes preferred.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as to administer all personnel actions, compensation, and benefits, without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry or national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, veteran status, military service, or any other factors protected by applicable law. This policy extends to all employees and applicants and to all aspects of the employment relationship.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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