Sr Technical Lead-App Engg Services

Birlasoft; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Birlasoft in INDIA is seeking a Sr Technical Lead - App Engg Services to lead machine integration projects that connect shop floor equipment, PLCs, automation systems with the DELMIA Apriso MES. You will design, develop, and configure interfaces using OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs, and industrial protocols, and collaborate with ERP teams to ensure end-to-end manufacturing execution.

Strong MES and PLC experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Hands-on experience with DELMIA Apriso MES development and configuration.
• Experience integrating manufacturing equipment and PLCs (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Mitsubishi, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing communication protocols: OPC UA/DA, MQTT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, SECS/GEM.
• Strong SQL and database skills; experience with Web Services, REST APIs, XML, JSON.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement machine integrations with DELMIA Apriso MES.
• Configure and support communication between PLCs, SCADA systems, machines, and Apriso applications.
• Develop interfaces using OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs, SOAP, TCP/IP, and industrial protocols.
• Integrate Apriso with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Configure machine data collection, production tracking, OEE, downtime monitoring, and quality management processes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, interface specifications, and support procedures.
• Troubleshoot integration issues across MES, automation, network, and database layers.
• Participate in MES deployment, upgrades, testing, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, automation engineers, and business stakeholders to define requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP, FDA, ISO, and cybersecurity requirements where applicable.

Skills

MES integration

SQL databases

OPC UA

REST APIs

Industrial protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering / Automation

Tools

DELmIA Apriso MES

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Job description

Title: Sr Technical Lead-App Engg Services

Location: INDIA - PUNE - BIRLASOFT OFFICE - HINJAWADI

Area(s) of responsibility

About Birlasoft: Birlasoft, a global leader at the forefront of Cloud, AI, and Digital technologies, seamlessly blends domain expertise with enterprise solutions. The company’s consultative and design-thinking approach empowers societies worldwide, enhancing the efficiency and productivity of businesses. As part of the multibillion-dollar diversified CKA Birla Group, Birlasoft with its 12,000+ professionals, is committed to continuing the Group’s 170-year heritage of building sustainable communities.

1. About the Job – Ability to relate the product functionality to business processes, and thus offer implementation advice to customers on how to meet their various business scenarios.
2. Job Title – Apriso MES Machine Integrator
3. Location: Bangalore/Pune/Mumbai/Noida/Hyderabad/Chennai
4. Key Responsibilities

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Technology or equivalent

Job Summary

The Apriso MES Machine Integrator is responsible for integrating shop floor equipment, PLCs, automation systems, and enterprise applications with the DELMIA Apriso Manufacturing Execution System (MES). The role focuses on real-time machine connectivity, data collection, production monitoring, and ensuring seamless communication between manufacturing equipment and business systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement machine integrations with DELMIA Apriso MES.
• Configure and support communication between PLCs, SCADA systems, machines, and Apriso applications.
• Develop interfaces using OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs, SOAP, TCP/IP, and industrial protocols.
• Integrate Apriso with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Configure machine data collection, production tracking, OEE, downtime monitoring, and quality management processes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, interface specifications, and support procedures.
• Troubleshoot integration issues across MES, automation, network, and database layers.
• Participate in MES deployment, upgrades, testing, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, automation engineers, and business stakeholders to define requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP, FDA, ISO, and cybersecurity requirements where applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Hands-on experience with DELMIA Apriso MES development and configuration.
• Experience integrating manufacturing equipment and PLCs (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider, Mitsubishi, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing communication protocols:
• OPC UA/DA
• MQTT
• Modbus
• Ethernet/IP
• Profinet
• SECS/GEM
• Strong SQL and database skills (SQL Server, Oracle).
• Experience with Web Services, REST APIs, XML, JSON, and middleware technologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and Industry 4.0 concepts.

Preferred Skills

• Apriso Process Builder and Business Components.
• .NET, C#, Java, or scripting experience.
• Experience with SAP MII, SAP ME, Ignition, Kepware, or SCADA systems.
• Understanding of ISA-95 and ISA-88 standards.
• Cloud integration experience (Azure, AWS).
• Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices.