MES Consultant

Engineering Group

8d • Remote

About The Position

Engineering Industries eXcellence is looking for a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Consultant (100% remote/WFH) focused on different aspects of Siemens Opcenter and Camstar implementations for Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing industries. This includes: Project Analysis: Supporting project/program leads in the elicitation and building of business, functional and technical requirements (e.g. Requirement Specification – URS) Supporting project/program leads in the design specification phase and building the design specification document (e.g. Functional Design Specification) Project execution: Work in conjunction with project leads to define project tasks, identify tasks duration Report to project leads on tasks advancement Capable of working independently under the guidance of technical leads Capable of understanding and troubleshooting technical issues, related to software development, conflict in branches and releases, and engineering tasks. Apply project best practices and support changes that can streamline operations Knowledgeable of testing/validation processes, including building the validation tests (Test Specification/Validation Specification document). Work with the project lead in executing unit tests, regression tests, integration tests and functional tests Train/coach end-user on MES solutions. Help in driving solution acceptance (execution of Functional Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test documentation) Depending on the project or program, MES Consultants can be positioned as Functional Analysts. Functional Analysts help identifying needs for new MES and MOM (Manufacturing Operation Management) implementation. They are comfortable in participating functional discussions in front of our customers, who regards them as knowledgeable sources. While specific job duties will vary depending on the type of project/client, general job responsibilities may include following project leads in meeting goals for the team; ensuring current applications are updated and align with the implementation of new applications and help analyzing end users' needs. Other tasks may include developing troubleshooting MES implementation logic/front end logic (e.g. integration with 3rd Party systems such as ERP and automation) and overall support of system modifications. MES Consultants can also help in identifying implementing risks working with the project leads. MES Consultants are also encouraged in identifying security/performance issues, potential weaknesses in applications and suggest possible solutions.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of experience in Siemens MES Camstar and/or Opcenter solutions
• MES interface with 3rd party systems like automation systems (e.g. DeltaV, Siemens PCS7, Siemens SIMATIC Batch, Rockwell PLCs/SCADA)
• Programming languages (C#, Java, C++, VBA/VBScript, Python)
• Mendix Programming experience
• Knowledge of software release management on multiple environments (e.g. DEV, QA, PROD) including but not limited to handling of pool requests, merge operations, solution building, deployment, unit testing, regression testing
• Experience with Team Foundation Server and/or Jira is strongly recommended
• Previous Application Management Services (AMS) Support experience
• Strong ability to work in team, even when the team is virtual and most of team members work remotely
• Strong communication skills
• High degree of adaptability in order to learn new technologies as needed and successfully manage the daily challenges of a technical environment
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline is required
• A strong background in MES, manufacturing process of either Process or Discrete industries is also recommended

Nice To Haves

• Foster collaboration with other teams
• Grow into Technical Leadership roles

Responsibilities

• Support project/program leads in the elicitation and building of business, functional and technical requirements (e.g. Requirement Specification – URS)
• Support project/program leads in the design specification phase and building the design specification document (e.g. Functional Design Specification)
• Define project tasks, identify tasks duration
• Report to project leads on tasks advancement
• Work independently under the guidance of technical leads
• Understand and troubleshoot technical issues, related to software development, conflict in branches and releases, and engineering tasks
• Apply project best practices and support changes that can streamline operations
• Build validation tests (Test Specification/Validation Specification document)
• Execute unit tests, regression tests, integration tests and functional tests
• Train/coach end-user on MES solutions
• Drive solution acceptance (execution of Functional Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test documentation)
• Identify needs for new MES and MOM (Manufacturing Operation Management) implementation
• Participate in functional discussions in front of customers
• Follow project leads in meeting goals for the team
• Ensure current applications are updated and align with the implementation of new applications
• Analyze end users' needs
• Develop troubleshooting MES implementation logic/front end logic (e.g. integration with 3rd Party systems such as ERP and automation)
• Support of system modifications
• Identify implementing risks
• Identify security/performance issues, potential weaknesses in applications and suggest possible solutions

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, & dental insurance with a variety of plan options to suit your needs
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) with 10 paid holidays
• 100% company paid short term and long-term disability
• 100% company paid life insurance
• 401k Employer Match of 50% (dollar-for-dollar) of an eligible employee's contribution up to 6% of your salary
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for Professional Growth (e.g., trainings/workshops, certifications, career planning, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level