Lead, MES

X-energy; Oak Ridge (TN); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

X-energy in Oak Ridge, TN seeks an MES Lead to own the MES configuration, batch records, and vendor engagement. You will configure recipes, maintain records, and support audits while driving ERP integrations across manufacturing operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of MES experience, with strong process control and regulatory alignment. Office-based position with 5-day in-office work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of MES functional configuration experience.
• Hands-on recipe authoring and electronic batch records design.
• Experience under formal change control and computer system validation.
• Experience mapping ERP to MES integrations.
• U.S. person status and ability to obtain site access.

Responsibilities

• Author and maintain MES master and control recipes, and phase logic.
• Design and maintain electronic batch records and review by exception.
• Configure equipment models, material handling, and order workflows.
• Maintain downtime codes, work instructions, and process parameters.
• Manage user roles, access rights, and segregation of duties.
• Support audits, NRC readiness, and periodic system reviews.

Skills

MES configuration

Electronic batch records

Change control

ERP integration

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

US person status

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP Digital Manufacturing

Rockwell PharmaSuite

Siemens Opcenter

Werum PAS-X

AVEVA MES

Job description

## Lead, MESApply: Oak Ridge, TN: Full time: Posted Today: R101371*X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications will be submitted via our company career page,* *www.x-energy.com/careers/**. We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at* *www.x-energy.com/contact-us**.***Job Description**The MES Lead is the internal system owner for the manufacturing execution system (MES). The position is accountable for recipe and workflow configuration, electronic batch record design, functional support of daily production, and technical ownership of the MES vendor engagement.**Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities:*** Author and maintain master recipes, control recipes, and phase logic in the MES platform* Design and maintain electronic batch records, including review by exception configuration* Configure the equipment model, material handling, and order management workflows* Maintain downtime codes, work instructions, and process parameter definitions* Maintain user roles, access rights, and segregation of duties within the application* Execute all configuration changes under formal change control* Author and maintain functional specifications, test scripts, and validation evidence* Maintain audit trail and electronic records configuration to regulatory expectation* Support internal audits, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) inspection readiness, and periodic system review* Maintain the MES portion of the system inventory and interface catalog* Serve as first line functional support for MES issues raised from the floor* Triage and resolve configuration issues, escalating defects to the MES vendor* Support batch record exception resolution and data correction under procedure* Train and support superusers in Operations and Quality* Serve as technical owner of MES vendor task orders and deliverables* Review and accept vendor deliverables against functional specification* Identify work that should transition from the MES vendor to internal execution* Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.* Perform other duties as assigned by manager **Job Profile Minimum Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.* The skills required for this role are typically demonstrated by 7 plus years of relevant experience.* Three or more years of MES functional configuration specific experience* Hands on recipe authoring and electronic batch record design experience* Experience working under formal change control and computer system validation* Demonstrated experience owning an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to MES integration* U.S. person status* Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted site access* Experience with one or more MES platforms, such as SAP (SAP Digital Manufacturing or SAP ME), Rockwell FactoryTalk PharmaSuite or ProductionCentre, Siemens Opcenter, Werum PAS-X, Emerson Syncade, or AVEVA MES, preferred* Experience supporting a system through initial startup and qualification preferred **Location:** 151 Lafayette Drive, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 **Work Site Expectations:** 5 days a week in office**Travel Expectations:** up to 10-25% as needed**Hours:** Standard office schedule are 8:00am-5:00pm ET, Mon-Fri**Compensation**As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:$132,500 - $155,000**Position Job Classification**Full time - Exempt**Benefits**X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.