MES/MOM Developer

GKN Aerospace; Papendrecht; Hybrid; EUR 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

40 paid holidays

Pension PME

Travel allowance

Hybrid working

Profit sharing scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

GKN Aerospace in Papendrecht, Netherlands, seeks an MES/MOM Developer to support and extend the Siemens Opcenter Execution platform across global sites. You will implement, validate and maintain MES solutions, translate business needs into MES objects, and build integrations with surrounding systems.

The role requires 5+ years in similar roles, strong Windows/IIS experience, and knowledge of Opcenter, Mendix, and .NET/C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a similar role.
• Experience with Windows server administration, IIS, certificates, services, firewall, and PowerShell.
• Experience with Kubernetes and managing applications running as Docker containers.
• Extensive experience with Oracle/MS SQL database management and query methods.
• Experience with Siemens Opcenter Execution (Camstar), including Designer and Portal Studio, Opcenter Connect MOM or similar.
• Experience with Mendix development.
• Knowledge of .NET, HTML, C++/C#, XML/XSL/XSD, VB Script.
• Experience in supporting/troubleshooting applications in manufacturing environments.
• Experience in IT projects implementation.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong English communication; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain current MES deployments across production sites.
• Package and deploy new GKN customization releases to Test and Production environments.
• Install/upgrade and configure Opcenter for new implementations.
• Set up and maintain integrations with surrounding applications using Opcenter Connect MOM.
• Translate requirements into MES objects: workflows, equipment classes, etc.
• Develop custom logic when needed and justify business case.
• Define test specs and participate in tests and validation.
• Develop tools/templates to speed up design and increase stability.
• Conduct technical trainings to share development best practices.

Skills

Windows server administration

IIS

Kubernetes

Docker

Oracle/MS SQL

Siemens Opcenter Execution

Mendix development

.NET

HTML

C++/C#

XML/XSL/XSD

PowerShell

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent work experience

Tools

Opcenter Execution (Siemens)

Opcenter Connect MOM

Docker Containers

Kubernetes

Mendix

Powershell

Job description

As MES/MOM engineer in the MES/MOM Developer role at GKN Aerospace in Papendrecht, The Netherlands, you will be involved in the Development, Implementation, Validation and Support of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solution based on Siemens Opcenter Execution, deployed at sites in the APAC, EU and NA regions.

MES/MOM Developer

Job Responsibilities

• Support and maintain current MES deployments in multiple Production sites.
• Package and deploy new GKN customization releases to Test and Production environments.
• Install/upgrade and configure Opcenter for new implementations and deployments.
• Set up and maintain integrations with surrounding applications using Opcenter Connect MOM.
• Understand business processes and functional requirements and convert into technical specifications.
• Translate functional and design specifications into MES objects: workflows, equipment classes, etc.
• Develop custom logic when justified by a valid business case and no out of the box solution is available.
• Define test specifications, participate in tests and validation.
• Develop tools and templates to speed up the design process, make the support process more efficient and increase application stability and usability.
• Conduct technical training when required to share development best practices.

Job Qualifications

To help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a similar role.
• Extensive experience in Windows server administration, application management and configuration including IIS, certificates, services, firewall, Powershell.
• Experience with Kubernetes and managing applications running as Docker Containers an
• Extensive experience in Oracle/MS SQL database management and query methods.
• Experience with Siemens Opcenter Execution (formerly known as Camstar), including Designer, Portal Studio, Opcenter Connect MOM or similar experience.
• Experience with Mendix development.
• Knowledge of basic programming languages such as .NET, HTML, C++/C#, XML/XSL/XSD, VB Script.
• Experience in supporting and troubleshooting applications, ideally in the field of manufacturing or production.
• Experience in supporting the implementation of software solutions and participating in IT projects.
• Strong commitment and responsibility to maintain and support production environments.
• Eagerness to expand current knowledge and learn new skills.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, Dutch would be a plus.
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environments, team player.
• Willingness to travel.

What do we offer?

By being part of GKN Fokker Aerospace that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry, you will know that you will be working towards being the most trusted partner in the aerospace industry. In the role of MES\MOM Systems Developer/Engineer you will belong to an international team of experts. We will also support and promote your professional and personal development. Furthermore, we will offer you:

• A gross monthly salary in scale K for a medior at € 3.952 up to € 5.715,- depending on your work experience,
• 8% holiday allowance,
• 40 paid holidays for full-time employment in line with the Collective Labor Agreement Metalektro (27 holidays and 13 ADV days),
• An excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance,
• Hybrid working, giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working,
• Profit sharing scheme,
• A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.

We will support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities.