MES Engineer

M-Tec Engineering Solutions; Banbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Banbury is seeking an MES Engineer to manage and evolve Manufacturing Execution Systems. This role involves maintaining and upgrading MES platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency, and defining system specifications. Ideal candidates will have proven experience with MES platforms and strong integration knowledge. Join a supportive organisation committed to innovation and continuous learning.

Benefits

Opportunity for digital manufacturing leadership

Collaborative working environment

Focus on continuous learning and innovation

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in MES implementation and support.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency and quality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, support, and upgrade MES systems across the plant.
• Collaborate with production, process, and automation teams to design robust PLC‑MES interfaces.
• Define MES standards/specifications to streamline systems and support new lines/products.
• Manage Engineering Change processes for new part numbers.
• Monitor batch/sequenced assembly lines for real-time decision making.

Skills

Proven experience with MES platforms (e.g., Apriso, InSequence, Nysus, Solidat)

Strong knowledge of PLCs, ERP systems, IT infrastructure, hardware, databases, and development languages

Expertise in scripting (e.g. SQL), report/dashboard creation, and database query development

Solid understanding of PLC‑MES‑ERP integration

Job description

As the MES Engineer at our Banbury plant, you will lead the management and evolution of our Manufacturing Execution Systems. You'll plan, implement, and support MES software solutions, collaborating cross‑functionally to optimise production efficiency and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, support, and upgrade MES systems across the plant.
• Collaborate with production, process, and automation teams to design robust PLC‑MES interfaces.
• Define MES standards/specifications to streamline systems and support new lines/products.
• Manage Engineering Change processes, including labelling and tagging for new part numbers.
• Monitor batch/sequenced assembly lines, enabling real‑time decision‑making to minimise scrap and mismatches.

Key Skills

• Proven experience with MES platforms (e.g., Apriso, InSequence, Nysus, Solidat).
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, ERP systems, IT infrastructure, hardware, databases, and development languages.
• Expertise in scripting (e.g. SQL), report/dashboard creation, and database query development.
• Solid understanding of PLC‑MES‑ERP integration.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of digital manufacturing transformation.
• Collaborate across IT, production, process, and automation teams.
• Opportunity to lead impactful improvements and system implementations.
• Work within a supportive organisation that values innovation and continuous learning.

M‑Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors.