Manufacturing Systems Support Engineer

DeWinter Group; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Support Engineer for a 6+ month contract in Foster City, CA. This role involves supporting MES operations, troubleshooting issues, and providing SAP support to ensure manufacturing continuity. The ideal candidate will have strong MES and SAP experience alongside excellent communication skills. This position is fully onsite.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in MES usage in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with SAP ME/Mii/PCo and Kepware applications.
• Deep expertise in SAP ME/Mii and manufacturing plant floor in-person support experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day MES operation support at facilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve MES-related issues and data collection problems.
• Monitor MES/S4 Integration errors and assist in the resolution.

Skills

MES usage in a manufacturing environment

SAP ME/Mii

SAP EAM module

Communication skills

Autonomy

Tools

SAP ME

Kepware

SAP S4/HANA

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Systems Support Engineer

Job Type: Contract - W2

Contract Length: 6+ Months

Target Start Date: ASAP

Work Location/Structure: Fully onsite - Hayward and Fremont, CA

About the Opportunity:

Our client, a leader in the Autonomous Technology and Automotive Manufacturing industry, is looking for a skilled Manufacturing Systems Support Engineer to join their team for a 6+ Months engagement. This project involves working closely with production teams and service operations to troubleshoot and resolve issues across Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and SAP S4/HANA, ensuring manufacturing continuity and efficiency. This is a high-impact role that requires a self‑motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

• MES Operations Support: Perform day‑to‑day Manufacturing Execution System (MES) operation support at facilities.
• Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve any MES‑related issues, data collection problems, and operation issues raised by production technicians.
• System Integration Monitoring: Monitor MES/S4 Integration errors and assist in the resolution of these errors.
• SAP Support: Monitor internal SAP Support requests and resolve any SAP EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) and Configuration Management related issues.
• Root Cause Analysis: Work closely with production teams, Base Ops, and Engineering personnel to identify root causes and resolve complex issues in Manufacturing Systems and SAP S4.

Required Skills & Experience:

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in MES usage in a manufacturing environment (requirements analysis, design definition, software development, and solutions implementation).
• Deep expertise in SAP ME/Mii and manufacturing plant floor in‑person support experience. 3+ years of hands‑on experience with SAP ME/Mii/PCo and Kepware applications. Experience with the SAP EAM module is essential. This isn’t a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, effectively managing your own time, and a customer‑focused, positive, and supportive personality required for a team environment.
• Experience with the integration between S4/HANA and SAP ME/Mii, and basic knowledge on the integration of MES with PLC using Kepware through OPC UA servers. Prior experience working on SAP EAM systems.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates and collaborate effectively across a complex, multi‑functional project team.