Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES & Shop Floor Systems)

ZEISS Group; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 400.000 - 660.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ZEISS Group is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support MES and shop floor systems in a high-volume facility in Mexico. You will admin, troubleshoot, and optimize manufacturing software, ensuring reliability and performance to minimize downtime.

You will work with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT teams in a 24/7 environment, participating in upgrades and continuous improvement projects, with strong emphasis on uptime and data integrity.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• 5+ years with MES or shop floor systems in manufacturing.
• Strong SQL Server, Windows Server knowledge.
• Programming with C#, VB.NET, Python, or PowerShell.
• Experience integrating MES with ERP and equipment.
• Experience in 24/7 manufacturing environments.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; good communication.

Responsabilidades

• Administer, maintain, and support MES and shop floor applications.
• Troubleshoot software, database, and production system issues to minimize downtime.
• Configure manufacturing logic, workflows, routing, and business rules.
• Develop scripts and utilities to improve processes.
• Support MES-ERP integrations and shop floor equipment.
• Manage SQL Server databases and Windows Server environments.
• Monitor performance, health, and production logs for stability.
• Participate in upgrades, migrations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions for incidents.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and configurations.
• Collaborate across Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, IT.
• Provide 24/7 after-hours support and scheduled maintenance as needed.
• Handle multiple priorities with strong customer service.

Conocimientos

MES experience

SQL Server

Windows Server

C#

VB.NET

Python

PowerShell

DVI

SFC

Lean Manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

24/7 operations support

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering

Herramientas

SQL Server

Windows Server

Descripción del empleo

The Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES & Shop Floor Systems) is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), shop floor applications, and production software used in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role ensures the availability, reliability, and performance of manufacturing systems while providing technical support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT to ensure seamless manufacturing operations and business continuity in a 24/7 environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and shop floor applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software, database, and production system issues to minimize downtime.
• Configure and maintain manufacturing logic, production workflows, routing, sequencing, and business rules.
• Develop scripts, utilities, and software enhancements to improve manufacturing processes.
• Support integrations between MES, ERP, machine interfaces, and shop floor equipment.
• Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server databases and Windows Server environments.
• Monitor system performance, application health, and production logs to ensure operational stability.
• Participate in system upgrades, migrations, implementations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production incidents.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and system configurations.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT teams to support manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical support in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including after-hours support and scheduled maintenance when required.
• Manage multiple priorities while ensuring high levels of customer service and operational excellence.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or shop floor applications in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SQL Server administration, database troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Strong experience in software configuration, scripting, or application development.
• Experience supporting Windows Server environments and manufacturing applications.
• Experience integrating MES with ERP systems and production equipment.
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing systems in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience participating in system implementations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Experience providing technical support in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and shop floor systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (queries, troubleshooting, and database management).
• Knowledge of Windows Server Administration.
• Programming experience with C#, VB.NET, Python, PowerShell, or similar languages.
• Experience with MES platforms such as DVI, SFC, or equivalent manufacturing systems is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing workflows, production routing, sequencing, and process automation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to participate in after-hours support, scheduled maintenance, and on-call rotations when required.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Project management experience is considered an advantage.