Sr. IT MES Engineer

Qcells Georgia, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcells Georgia, Inc. is seeking a Sr. MES Engineer to drive Smart Factory initiatives in our Cartersville, GA facility.

The role focuses on designing, developing, and operating MES solutions to improve production efficiency and data-driven decision making. You will work cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, and IT to optimize processes and ensure seamless system integration across ERP, PLCs, and automation devices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the development and operation of MES solutions.
• Experience in automation within high-tech industries such as solar and semiconductors.
• Proficiency in MES software and equipment communication protocols (SEMI, OPC, PLC).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to convey technical info to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven project management experience from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement MES functions to optimize manufacturing processes and production efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovations within manufacturing operations.
• Integrate MES with ERP, PLCs, AMR, and other systems for seamless data flow.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot MES applications, ensuring reliability.
• Create training materials and conduct end-user training; maintain detailed MES documentation.
• Lead MES and PI projects, managing scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and IT to align MES initiatives with business goals.
• Install IT hardware/software on-site and deliver equipment.
• Perform and report on routine on-site checklists (daily, monthly, etc.).
• Monitor system performance and analyze data to drive continuous improvements.
• Design and develop transportation logic for logistics automation (AGV, OHT, robots).
• Present on-site for emergency system issues as requested.
• Handle IT-related administrative tasks as directed.
• Provide 24/7 on-shop-floor production system support.

Skills

Manufacturing process design

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Miracom MESPlus

LG CNS EzMES

ThiraUtech OpenMES

Wonderware

Siemens SIMATIC IT

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sr. MES Engineer to join our IT department. This role is primarily focused on process innovation within the manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will develop and operate Smart Factory solutions, design and implement MES software solutions and drive continuous process improvements to optimize manufacturing efficiency and productivity.

Description

Location: Cartersville, GA

Classification: Salary Exempt

Grade: G2

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement MES solutions: Design, develop and implement MES functions to optimize manufacturing processes and improve overall production efficiency.
• Process innovation: Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovations within the manufacturing operations. Develop and implement strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• System integration: Integrate MES with other enterprise systems (ERP, PLCs, AMR, etc.) to ensure seamless data flow and process automation.
• Technical support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for MES applications. Ensure system reliability and performance.
• Training and documentation: Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for end-users. Create and maintain detailed documentation for MES processes and systems.
• Project management: Lead and manage MES and PI projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project goals and budgets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, quality, and IT, to align MES and PI initiatives with business objectives.
• Install: Hardware and software for any IT equipment and present on-site to fix/deliver the equipment.
• On-site check and report: Perform and inspect the routine (daily, monthly, etc.) checklist and report.
• Continuous improvement: Monitor and analyze system performance, user feedback, and industry trends to continuously improve MES and PI solutions.
• Data analysis: Utilize big data from production, process, quality, and equipment to analyze defects, predict facility failures, and optimize processes through real-time data collection and analysis.
• Automation: Design and develop transportation logic for logistics automation such as AGV, OHT, and mobile robots.
• Present on-site: for emergency system issues upon manager’s request.
• Administrative tasks: IT related tasks upon manager’s instruction.
• 24/7 production system support for an IT related issues on shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in the development and operation of MES solutions.
• Experience in automation within high-tech industries such as solar and semiconductors.
• Technical skills:
  • Proficiency in MES software (e.g., Miracom MESPlus, LG CNS EzMES, ThiraUtech OpenMES, Wonderware, Siemens SIMATIC IT, Rockwell FactoryTalk)
  • High understanding of equipment communication protocols (SEMI standard, OPC, PLC).
  • Strong knowledge and experience in developing and designing manufacturing processes and platforms.
  • Intermediate or higher skills in database management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience in managing projects from inception to completion. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be proficient in both Korean and English.
• Experience in developing and operating Smart Factory solutions for high-tech industries such as solar and semiconductors.
• Development experience in front and back-end technologies such as Java, analysis, and tuning of queries, and development of procedures.
• Experience using middleware (such as TIBCO Rendezvous) for message communication.

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.