Opcenter Developer (MES)

Molex; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics company is seeking an Opcenter Developer to innovate and enhance software solutions for internal operations. The role involves collaborating with IT teams, developing applications, conducting functionality testing, and ensuring seamless integration. Candidates should have hands-on experience with Siemens Camstar technologies and a solid understanding of manufacturing systems. This position offers the opportunity to drive improvements and support the evolving needs of the business in Penang, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hands‑on experience developing with Siemens Camstar/Opcenter technologies.
• Strong logical thinking and problem‑solving abilities required.
• Familiarity with integration methodologies such as SAP.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing technologies like Controls/PLC and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT groups to implement new applications.
• Analyze system capabilities and recommend enhancements.
• Develop technical specifications for applications.
• Conduct functionality testing on new applications.
• Document program logic and development processes.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Siemens Camstar/Opcenter technologies

Logical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Familiarity with integration methodologies

Technical understanding of manufacturing technologies

Tools

SQL Server

Jira

GitLab

Job description

As an Opcenter Developer at Molex, you will play a crucial role in innovating and developing the company’s Opcenter software solutions. You will collaborate closely with a team of programmers to design, code, and implement software programs that enhance the daily experience of Molex employees. Your goal is to ensure seamless integration and smooth operation of Opcenter applications, from detailed coding to innovative software design.

Our Team

You will be part of a dynamic IT group that partners with various IT departments across Molex to deliver software solutions that support business operations. This collaborative team environment focuses on continuous improvement and leveraging technology to meet the evolving needs of internal stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with your IT group and other IT departments to implement new applications and system changes.
• Analyze current system capabilities and recommend enhancements to improve software performance, maintainability, and user experience.
• Develop detailed technical specifications and program applications using relevant programming languages; communicate feasibility and propose improvements to management and system analysts.
• Conduct comprehensive functionality testing on new and updated applications to ensure desired outcomes, modifying programs as needed to optimize performance and effectiveness.
• Report progress, challenges, and direction of work assignments to management; cooperate with IT personnel to resolve issues and complete development tasks.
• Document program logic, development processes, coding scripts, and corrections; assist in creating and maintaining user manuals.
• Monitor and support program performance post-implementation, ensuring ongoing reliability and efficiency.
• Adhere to established IT development methodologies and standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Assist in planning, executing, and documenting solution acceptance testing.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management to support IT and business goals.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum 1 year of hands‑on experience developing with Siemens Camstar/Opcenter technologies (Portal, Designer, CIO, MIO).
• Strong logical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Familiarity with integration methodologies involving systems like SAP, Opcenter APS (Preactor), equipment controls, and metrology systems.
• Solid technical understanding of manufacturing technologies such as Controls/PLC, OPC, SCADA, historian systems, and Microsoft SQL Server.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Qualifications)

• Proficiency in advanced SQL scripting, including stored procedures, functions, tables, and views.
• Knowledge of Product Development Quality Assurance (PDQ) methodologies.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and experience with tools like Jira and GitLab.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and IT solutions in a related environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and systematically complete assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with co‑workers and external contacts, maintaining a positive approach to problem‑solving.
• Familiarity with the Mobility Framework Angular is a plus.
• Familiarity with Playwright auto test tool is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Telegraph, Prometheus and Graphana is a plus.

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, drivinginnovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer todata communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a globalelectronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edgetechnologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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