Senior Application Engineer – MES

Location: Poortugaal or Zwolle (Hybrid)

Working hours: 32–40 per week

Division: Netherlands – OT Delivery

Reports to: Team Lead

Type: Full-time

About ATS Global

At ATS Global, we help leading manufacturers worldwide on their journey of digital transformation. By combining Operational Technology (OT), IT, and industrial automation, we create future-proof businesses. As an independent Smart Digital Transformation Solution Provider, we believe collaboration leads to better solutions and sustainable growth.

Why this role matters

As a Senior Application Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering solutions that integrate seamlessly into our clients’ IT/OT landscapes. You’ll design, implement, customize, and optimize software solutions – always keeping the client’s operational needs at the center.

Beyond project work, you’ll act as a technical leader, guiding junior colleagues, sharing expertise, and driving continuous improvement. With ATS, you’ll have the freedom to broaden your specialization, learn across domains, and grow into an Expert Application Engineer.

What you’ll do

Client Engagement

• Collaborate with sales on demos, advice, and estimations.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, leading technical discussions and guiding them through the solution lifecycle.
• Translate operational challenges into tailored solutions.

Solution Design & Development

• Map client needs to product capabilities with deep understanding of manufacturing and business processes.
• Create functional and technical specifications, reducing ambiguity and aligning expectations.
• Configure and customize solutions, including integrations with IT and OT systems.
• Document solutions, provide training, and ensure long-term usability.
• Lead technical execution, delegate tasks, and review results from junior engineers.

Collaboration

• Work across multidisciplinary teams in an open, knowledge-sharing culture.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders and resolve conflicts when needed.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues to support their professional growth.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and adapt quickly.
• Optimize workflows and quality assurance practices.
• Lead knowledge-sharing sessions, driving innovation and efficiency across the team.

What you bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (e.g., Industrial Automation, Computer Science, Technical Business Administration) or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven achievements in software design, development, and implementation, ideally in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Track record of project success and technical leadership.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of multiple programming and scripting languages.
• Expertise in database design, scripting, and performance.
• Innovative problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Professional fluency in Dutch and English.

Attitude & Mindset

• Collaborative team player with a positive, can-do spirit.
• Communicative, client-focused, and approachable.
• Always eager to learn, grow, and embrace coaching.

Specialisation focus: MES

• In-depth expertise with MES software products.
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Proficiency in VB.NET or C#.NET (customisations, code adaptations).
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes.

What we offer

• A hybrid working model (2–3 days on client site or office).
• A culture built on teamwork, innovation, and knowledge-sharing.
• Opportunities to grow across multiple specialisations and become an Expert Application Engineer.
• Competitive salary package (grade to be determined).

Ready to shape the future of digital transformation in manufacturing?

Join ATS Global as a Senior Application Engineer and bring your expertise to projects that matter.

Apply today and let’s grow together!