Senior MES Software Engineer - Automotive Systems

Planet Group; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Huntsville, AL seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop and implement MES solutions for automotive manufacturing. You will work with customers across the project lifecycle, from requirements to deployment and production support.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, system integration, and ongoing optimization, with emphasis on FTPC/MF and ERP integration. 12-month contract, competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 6-8 years of related professional experience with MES technologies and manufacturing systems.
• Experience with FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC) and FactoryTalk Modular Framework (MF) and MES implementation, configuration, and customization.
• Proficiency in Java and C#, .NET Framework/.NET Core, SQL Server, REST/SOAP Web Services, Git and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to gather requirements and understand manufacturing and business needs.
• Design, develop, and implement MES solutions across manufacturing and production environments.
• Provide ongoing production support, troubleshooting, bug fixes, and performance optimization.
• Lead or support system testing, deployment, and customer training.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve MES solutions and delivery processes.

Skills

Java and C#

REST/SOAP Web Services

SQL & T-SQL

Git & Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC)

FactoryTalk Modular Framework

OPC DA/UA

Kepware

Job description

Planet Group in Huntsville, AL seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop and implement MES solutions for automotive manufacturing. You will work with customers across the project lifecycle, from requirements to deployment and production support.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, system integration, and ongoing optimization, with emphasis on FTPC/MF and ERP integration. 12-month contract, competitive pay.