MES Software Engineer

Absolics Inc.; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K 6% matching (NO vesting period)

Healthcare 100% support (Health,Dental

Job summary

Absolics Inc. is seeking a Production Automation System Engineer (WFS) to design, develop, and maintain manufacturing automation software across process, inspection, and measurement equipment.

The role covers scenario design for normal and abnormal events, interface development and ongoing system enhancement with a focus on reliability and scalability. Ideal candidates have knowledge of manufacturing and production automation, proficiency in Linux, Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle SQL, and 1+ year

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred; relevant experience considered.
• 1+ year of experience in related field.
• Experience with high-tech semiconductor production automation preferred.
• Proficiency in Linux, Java, Spring Boot and Oracle SQL.
• Knowledge of MES LOT and equipment tracking features.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and deliver Production Automation System (WFS) features.
• Provide first-line operational response for manufacturing line issues.
• Improve system stability with bug fixes and feature enhancements.
• Support AI-based quality analysis and line user enablement.
• Troubleshoot system errors and design corrective features.
• Define development standards and architecture for shared components.
• Design robust architecture and shared components with reliability monitoring.
• Apply test-driven development and validate scenarios.
• Utilize AI-assisted tools to boost productivity while ensuring code quality and safety.
• Coordinate cross-team collaboration and interface integration.

Skills

Basic knowledge of manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Safety mindset

Team leadership

Trainer/mentor/coach

Education

Bachelor's in Computer or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Linux

Java

Spring Boot

Oracle SQL

MES LOT tracking

EQP tracking features

Solace PubSub

RabbitMQ

CI/CD (Jenkins/GitLab)

Vue.js

React

Job description

Position: PRODUCTION AUTOMATION SYSTEM ENGINEER (WFS)

Location: COVINGTON, GA

Job Summary

Software Engineer, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining manufacturing automation software that orchestrates production scenarios across process, inspection, and measurement equipment. The role covers scenario design for both normal and abnormal events, process-logic and interface development (equipment control, logistics, and Lot dispatching) and ongoing system stability/enhancement work. The engineer also helps define development standards and architecture around shared components (middleware, databases, frameworks) with preference for candidates who have manufacturing/domain knowledge and at least 1 year of semiconductor‑related software experience.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Manage development of Production Automation System (WFS), including feature scenario design, implementation and delivery aligned with manufacturing process requirements.
• Oversee automated production status and provide first‑line operational response for system issue on manufacturing line
• Maintain and enhance system stability through bug fixes, complementary logic development and continuous improvement of existing features
• Support user‑facing statistics and AI‑based quality analysis systems, including software utilization and operational enablement for line users.
• Troubleshoot system errors, analyze root causes, and design corrective or preventive features to improve reliability.
• Define system enhancement items and development standards to ensure consistent coding practices and effective collaboration among developers.
• Design and maintain robust system architecture and shared components (middleware, database, frameworks), including reliability monitoring.
• Apply test‑driven development practices and validate scenarios through thorough testing to ensure reliable automation control.
• Utilize AI‑assisted development tools to improve productivity while maintaining code quality, standards, and system safety.
• Provide technical support for common system functions and facilitate collaboration across teams for standard activities and interface integration.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and production automation environments
• Proficiency in Linux, Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle SQL
• Experience with MES LOT and EQP tracking features
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for cross‑functional teamwork
• Strong safety and quality mindset in development and daily operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with messaging middleware/interfaces such as Solace PubSub, Rabbit MQ, Tib RV or similar systems
• Strong ability to leverage AI tools to improve development productivity and quality
• Experience with CI/CD including Jenkins, Gitlab, Gitlab runner, Nexus
• Experience with Vue.js and React (preferred)
• Ability to communicate in Korean (preferred)

Qualifications

• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrate ability to lead teams related to projects and/or joint tasks
• Skilled as a trainer/mentor/coach with focus on individual and team growth
• Advanced ability to innovate work flows or procedures
• Advanced troubleshooting skills with proven hands‑on experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Education

• Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred, though relevant experience and skills take precedence.

Experience

• 1+ year of experience in related field
• Experience with High Tech (semiconductor, display) production automation system preferred

Salary

• $70,000 – $100,000

Benefit

• 401K 6% matching (NO vesting period)
• Healthcare 100% support (Health, Dental, Vision)