MES Platform Architect

At S; Leoben; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term growth

Onboarding program

Continual training

Modern canteen

Free parking

Health measures

Employee benefits

Job summary

AT&S in Leoben, Austria, invites you to join as MES Platform Architect to define and govern MES platform architecture, standards, and integration approaches to support manufacturing operations and digital transformation. You will provide architectural leadership, collaborate with business, manufacturing and IT stakeholders, and ensure security, scalability, and alignment with enterprise architecture.

A degree in IT/Engineering and hands-on MES experience are required, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong MES experience in production environments.
• Knowledge of solution architecture, enterprise architecture, or manufacturing IT architecture.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and ERP landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Define and govern MES architecture, standards, and governance for the digital manufacturing landscape.
• Design scalable manufacturing solutions that meet business and operational requirements.
• Drive standardization and harmonization of platforms across global sites.
• Establish platform standards, governance practices, and technical best practices across the network.
• Define integration concepts and patterns between MES, ERP, automation and analytics platforms.
• Collaborate with business, manufacturing and IT to translate requirements into architectural solutions.
• Provide leadership for implementation, modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Support documentation of architectures in line with enterprise frameworks and cybersecurity standards.
• Contribute to long-term digital manufacturing strategy and roadmaps.

Skills

MES expertise

Manufacturing IT

Solution architecture

English fluency

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Automation/Electrical Engineering background

Tools

OPC UA

SCADA

PLC

Job description

Leoben, AT

Oct 14, 2026

18250

Be part of our team!

AT&S is a leading global manufacturer of high-end IC substrates and printed circuit boards. AT&S industrializes leading-edge technologies for its core business segments Mobile Devices & Substrates, Automotive & Aerospace, Industrial and Medical and high-performance computing for AI applications. We are looking for talent eager to shape the future of our interconnected world. With plants in Austria, China, India, Malaysia and sales offices around the globe, we offer excellent career opportunities for creators, innovators and enablers with the drive to make a difference.

To enhance our successful Information Technologies Team in Leoben, Austria, we are looking for a passionate

MES Platform Architect

In this role you will be responsible for defining and governing MES platform architecture, standards, and integration approaches that support manufacturing operations and business objectives. The role provides architectural leadership to ensure MES solutions are secure, scalable, standardized, and aligned with enterprise architecture principles. The position works closely with business stakeholders, project teams, system integrators, and manufacturing sites to support platform harmonization, operational excellence, and digital transformation initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

• Define and govern the architecture, standards, design principles, and governance framework for the digital manufacturing landscape, with a focus on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Design scalable, secure, resilient, and maintainable manufacturing solutions that support business and operational requirements
• Drive the standardization and harmonization of manufacturing platforms and production systems across global manufacturing sites
• Establish and enforce platform standards, architecture governance practices, and technical best practices across the manufacturing network
• Define integration concepts and architectural patterns between manufacturing, ERP, automation, quality, and analytics platforms to enable seamless interoperability
• Collaborate with business, manufacturing, and IT stakeholders to translate requirements into sustainable architecture solution
• Provide architectural leadership for implementation, modernization, and digital transformation initiatives
• Support the development and documentation of business, application, data, and technology architectures in alignment with established enterprise architecture frameworks
• Contribute to the long-term digital manufacturing strategy and roadmap while ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture frameworks, governance requirements, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory compliance

Your Profile

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong background in MES and manufacturing systems within production environments
• Knowledge of solution architecture, enterprise architecture, or manufacturing IT architecture
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and enterprise application landscapes
• Knowledge of industrial automation technologies, including PLC, SCADA, OPC UA, and IT/OT architectures
• Familiarity with architecture governance frameworks and solution design principles
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, identity and access management, and industrial security concepts
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical initiatives and collaborate with global teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Fluent English skills

Our Offer

• A meaningful role with opportunities for long-term growth in an international environment
• Chance to actively contribute to AT&S´ success and to create value
• A structured and tailor-made onboarding program along with continual training opportunities
• Modern company canteen with freshly prepared meals every day
• Free parking spaces and e-charging stations
• Diverse health measures and a wide range of employee benefits

AT&S is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to empowering people to reach their potential by fostering their unique talents and strengths.The employment is in accordance with the Austrian Collective Agreement for the Electrical and Electronics Industry, employment group G, and we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.