MES Functional/Business Analyst

RoviSys; Puchong; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RoviSys is seeking an MES Functional Analyst / Technical Project Manager to define business requirements and lead MES delivery from requirements through go-live. This hybrid role combines functional analysis with hands-on technical project management, coordinating cross‑functional teams to meet production goals.

You will evaluate business needs, architect MES solutions, manage scope and budget, and train users, while ensuring successful implementation and measurable improvements in efficiency

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on technical experience as a developer or engineer.
• Experience across more than one manufacturing industry is a plus.
• Strong understanding of MES capabilities and how they improve efficiency and quality.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and teamwork ability.
• Strong communication to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Agile and/or traditional project management methodologies.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related continuous improvement knowledge is a plus.
• Demonstrated English written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating business needs and perform impact analysis of changes.
• Architect MES solutions to address business problems efficiently.
• Plan and manage MES project execution from kickoff to go-live, including budget and resources.
• Develop and maintain a corporate knowledgebase for MES.
• Develop training plans and provide user training as needed.
• Serve as primary contact to manage functional and technical issues with vendors.
• Coordinate cross-functional IT, engineering, and production teams to stay on track.
• Develop test cases and perform comprehensive functional testing.
• Work with IT and MES development teams to ensure proper configuration and customization.
• Monitor MES performance post-implementation and analyse data for outcomes.
• Prepare detailed project status reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Project management

OT systems integration

Coding experience

Stakeholder communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering/CS

Tools

MES platforms (Critical Manufacturing)

TrakSYS

REST API

OPC

OLEDB

SECS/GEM

IPC-CFX

Job description

As a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Functional Analyst / Technical Project Manager at RoviSys, you will work closely with clients and partners to define business requirements and lead the delivery of MES solutions from requirements through go-live. This is a hybrid role that combines functional and business analysis with hands‑on technical project management. Together with Project Manager/Sponsor, you will own project timelines, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and ensure MES implementations meet both functional and technical objectives. You will work in a collaborative environment to solve complex client challenges alongside intelligent, talented and dedicated teammates.

Description of Work

• Assist in evaluating business needs, research and perform impact analysis of new requirements or changes.


• Architect solutions to solve business problems in the most efficient means possible.


• Plan and manage MES project execution - scope, schedule, budget, and resources, from kickoff through go-live, including internal CAPEX-funded initiatives.


• Develop and maintain the corporate knowledgebase for MES and ancillary applications and associated environments.


• Develop training plans and provide ongoing training to application users as needed.


• Serve as the primary point of contact to manage functional and technical issues with vendors, and coordinate cross‑functional teams (IT, engineering, production) to keep projects on track.


• Develop test cases and perform comprehensive functional testing.


• Work closely with IT and MES development teams to ensure the MES is configured and customized to meet production goals.


• Monitor MES performance post-implementation, collecting and analysing data to ensure the system delivers desired outcomes in efficiency, quality, and cost savings.


• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and a calm, positive, professional demeanour to accurately identify and resolve user issues.


• Prepare detailed project status reports and presentations on MES project progress, outcomes, and future plans for senior management and stakeholders.

Success Factors

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, with exposure to more than one manufacturing industry (e.g. semiconductor, PCB/SMT, chemical, F&B, medical device, or similar) preferred.


• Good understanding of MES solutions & platforms such as Critical Manufacturing or Parsec TrakSYS.


• Demonstrated ability to run a project end‑to‑end, such as scoping, planning, execution, and stakeholder communication.


• Hands‑on technical background in coding or systems integration within an OT environment

Technologies Used

• Manufacturing Execution System (MES) platforms, Critical Manufacturing or TrakSYS preferred


• Integration protocols (REST API, OPC, OLEDB, SECS/GEM, IPC-CFX)

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, and/or relevant industry experience.


• Minimum 2 years of technical hands‑on experience as a developer or engineer, or similar role, having personally run or co‑led a project or internal CAPEX initiative end‑to‑end.


• Exposure to manufacturing environments; experience across more than one manufacturing industry is an advantage.


• Strong understanding of MES capabilities and how they can be applied to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.


• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable terms for non‑technical stakeholders and manage stakeholder expectations.


• Familiarity with Agile and/or traditional project management methodology.


• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.


• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills in English