IT Engineer

Our client is seeking an IT Engineer to join their team!
This role offers the opportunity to lead end-to-end MES implementations, integrate shop-floor automation, and drive data-led manufacturing improvements while supporting Industry 4.0 initiatives.
What you'll be doing?

• Lead MES implementations: Manage requirements gathering, system design, testing, deployment, user training and go-live support.
• Optimise MES modules: Enhance PMS, IPQC, Traceability, Kanban, Reporting/B2B, PC, LMS and WMS capabilities.
• Align manufacturing solutions: Ensure MES solutions support business objectives, manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
• Integrate automation systems: Coordinate MES connectivity with SFC, SCADA, HMI and PLC environments.
• Improve data visibility: Develop manufacturing reports, dashboards and KPIs to support informed decision-making.
• Investigate root causes: Analyse production, quality, equipment and database data to resolve issues and identify improvements.
• Coordinate projects: Plan MES projects, manage resources and provide technical guidance to users and support teams.
• Support system performance: Monitor availability, resolve incidents and support preventive maintenance activities.
• Advance smart manufacturing: Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Who are they looking for?

• Relevant education: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• MES experience: At least 3 years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems or industrial automation environments.
• Implementation leadership: Demonstrated experience leading full MES implementation projects through successful go-live deployments.
• Manufacturing exposure: Experience in electronics, semiconductor, automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Stakeholder coordination: Experience managing cross-functional technical teams and stakeholders.
• MES expertise: Strong knowledge of MES architecture, manufacturing operations and the listed MES modules.
• Automation knowledge: Solid understanding of SFC, SCADA, HMI and PLC systems.
• Database capability: Proficiency in SQL databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Analytical problem-solving: Strong data analysis, troubleshooting and root-cause investigation capabilities.
• Systems integration: Knowledge of ERP-MES integration and manufacturing data exchange standards.
• Smart manufacturing awareness: Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT and Smart Factory initiatives is preferred.
• Professional strengths: Strong project management, communication, coordination, process improvement, change management and technical documentation skills.
• Relevant certifications: MES vendor, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 or Smart Manufacturing certifications are preferred.

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