MES Software Engineer

Rockwell Automation • Huntsville, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The MES Software Engineer designs, develops, integrates, deploys, and supports Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions in automotive manufacturing environments. The role requires hands-on expertise with FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC), Modular Framework (MF), system integrations, database development, and production support across enterprise and shop-floor systems. This is an onsite position in Alabama, working Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Experience will determine the position level and compensation within the job family.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of MES software engineering experience.
• Strong experience with FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC), FactoryTalk Modular Framework (MF), and MES implementation and customization.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, .NET Framework/.NET Core, SQL Server and T-SQL, REST/SOAP web services, and Git/Azure DevOps.
• Experience integrating MES with SAP, Infor LN, or other ERP systems; Kepware; FactoryTalk Live Data; OPC DA/UA; PLCs; and industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of ISA-95, manufacturing operations management, traceability, genealogy, and automotive manufacturing processes.
• Experience with performance tuning, troubleshooting, and production support of enterprise MES applications.
• Industry experience in automotive manufacturing, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM), or digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and implement MES solutions using FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC) and Modular Framework (MF).
• Develop and support MES functionality for production execution, traceability, genealogy, quality, and reporting.
• Design and implement integrations with ERP systems, PLCs, Kepware, FactoryTalk Live Data, databases, and web services.
• Develop custom applications, business logic, reports, interfaces, and database objects using Java, C#, .NET, SQL Server, REST/SOAP APIs, and related technologies.
• Perform system installation, configuration, testing, deployment, upgrades, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot application, integration, database, and production issues, providing Level 2/3 support.
• Create technical specifications, architecture documentation, and deployment procedures.
• Collaborate with project teams to estimate effort, define technical solutions, and support project delivery.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k.
• Paid time off.
• Parental and caregiver leave.
• Flexible work schedule, coordinated with the manager to accommodate personal life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time