MES Automation Engineer — Smart Manufacturing & Data

mitsubishichemicalgroup; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking an MES Automation Engineer to advance MES and automation across North America. You will lead initiatives, support integration and upgrades, and collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT to improve visibility and efficiency.

The role emphasizes ISA-95 compliance, cross-functional teamwork, and driving digital transformation with enterprise-wide automation initiatives. Travel ~25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related Engineering Technology field.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial manufacturing, controls systems, and MES integration.
• Experience with MES platforms such as Inductive Automation Ignition and Sepasoft MES.
• Strong programming and database experience including Python, scripting, SQL queries, SQL agents, and database administration.
• Experience integrating MES with ERP systems and RESTful APIs preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs and automation systems including Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Wonderware, and Win-CC.
• Experience with process modeling, manufacturing analytics, or AI technologies is a plus.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead MES & Automation Initiatives
• Support the integration, development, and continuous improvement of MES across North America
• Assist with MES design, programming, installation, upgrades, maintenance, and implementation activities
• Ensure MES systems comply with ISA-95 standards and support operational excellence initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define MES user requirements and business needs
• Drive Smart Manufacturing & Data Integration
• Develop automation and MES solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency, process visibility, and operational analytics
• Support SQL database administration, performance optimization, and data integrity initiatives
• Maintain manufacturing network infrastructure supporting MES applications and connected systems
• Support ERP integrations, including production scheduling, machine performance, labor tracking, and manufacturing data collection
• Support Automation & Controls Systems
• Assist with controls integration and automation support for capital projects and plant operations
• Support standardization of automation and controls systems across North American facilities
• Contribute to upgrades that improve automation, cybersecurity, safety, and operational performance
• Maintain consolidated controls inventory and documentation across manufacturing sites
• Lead Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Partner with site teams to improve manufacturing automation and process efficiency
• Support long-term MES and automation capital planning initiatives
• Stay current on emerging technologies and trends related to MES, industrial automation, AI, and manufacturing analytics
• Share best practices and support multi-site collaboration efforts across the organization

Skills

Industrial manufacturing

Python programming

SQL / database

RESTful APIs

PLC programming

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Automation project Mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer/Mechatronics

Tools

Inductive Automation Ignition

Sepasoft MES

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking an MES Automation Engineer to advance MES and automation across North America. You will lead initiatives, support integration and upgrades, and collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT to improve visibility and efficiency.

The role emphasizes ISA-95 compliance, cross-functional teamwork, and driving digital transformation with enterprise-wide automation initiatives. Travel ~25% is required.