Lead MES Engineer

Siemens; Chennai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Chennai is seeking a Lead Software Engineer - MES Engineer to drive end-to-end MES projects, from requirements through deployment and support. You will collaborate with manufacturing teams to translate processes into MES solutions and manage delivery within scope and budget.

The role requires 8–10 years of MES experience, strong system integration skills, and the ability to coordinate with vendors.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in MES
• Proven experience leading MES implementations in manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, assembly, testing, quality, material flow)

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end MES projects: requirements, design, configuration, testing, deployment, production support
• Partner with manufacturing teams to translate processes into MES solutions
• Drive MES implementation roadmaps within scope, timeline, and budget
• Coordinate with external vendors for development, enhancements, issue resolution, and project execution
• Manage MES backlog, prioritize business requirements, and track delivery commitments
• Lead SIT, UAT, and production validation activities
• Support MES integration with ERP, automation equipment, and machine interfaces
• Monitor MES performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and support teams
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders

Skills

MES Implementation

Team Leadership

System Integration

SQL & DB Concepts

API/Web Services

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP integration tools

Job description

Dear Aspirant!

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

We are looking for: Lead Software Engineer - MES Engineer

You’ll make an impact by:

• Lead end-to-end MES projects including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to understand business processes and translate requirements into MES solutions.
• Drive MES implementation roadmaps while ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Coordinate with external vendors for development, enhancements, issue resolution, and project execution.
• Manage MES enhancement backlogs, prioritize business requirements, and track delivery commitments.
• Lead System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and production validation activities.
• Support integration of MES with enterprise and shop-floor systems such as ERP, automation equipment, and machine interfaces.
• Monitor MES system performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the escalation point for critical MES incidents and coordinate resolution across stakeholders.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and support procedures.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and support teams.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to business and management stakeholders.

Use your skills to move the world forward!

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• 8-10 years of experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Proven experience leading MES implementation and enhancement projects in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication, assembly, testing, quality, and material flow.
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing external vendors and coordinating software delivery activities.
• Experience with MES configuration, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills.
• MES Implementation & Configuration
• Manufacturing Operations & Process Improvement
• Requirements Analysis & Documentation
• System Integration
• SQL & Database Concepts
• API/Web Services Integration.

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

This role is based in Chennai, where you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

We’re Siemens. A collection of over 312,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and imagination and help us shape tomorrow.

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