Mes Engineer Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility -our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how thework we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

The MES Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, deployment, and support of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions within Automotive manufacturing environments. The role requires hands-on expertise in FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC), Modular Framework (MF), system integrations, database development, and production support across enterprise and shop-floor systems.

This is an onsite position based in Alabama (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM).

Key Responsibilities;

• Design, configure, and implement MES solutions using FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC) and Modular Framework (MF).
• Develop and support MES functionality including production execution, traceability, genealogy, quality, and reporting.
• Design and implement integrations with ERP systems (SAP, Infor LN, custom ERP), PLCs, Kepware, FactoryTalk Live Data, databases, and web services.
• Develop custom applications, business logic, reports, interfaces, and database objects using Java, C#, .NET, SQL Server, REST/SOAP APIs, and related technologies.
• Perform system installation, configuration, testing, deployment, upgrades, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot application, integration, database, and production issues, providing Level 2/3 support.
• Create technical specifications, architecture documentation, and deployment procedures.
• Collaborate with project teams to estimate effort, define technical solutions, and support project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of MES software engineering experience.
• Strong experience with:
  • FactoryTalk ProductionCentre (FTPC)
  • FactoryTalk Modular Framework (MF)
  • MES implementation and customization
• Proficiency in:
  • Java, C#
  • .NET Framework/.NET Core
  • SQL Server & T-SQL
  • REST/SOAP Web Services
  • Git/Azure DevOps
• Experience integrating MES with:
  • SAP, Infor LN, or other ERP systems
  • Kepware, FactoryTalk Live Data
  • OPC DA/UA, PLCs, and industrial automation systems
• Knowledge of ISA-95, manufacturing operations management, traceability, genealogy, and Automotive manufacturing processes.
• Experience with performance tuning, troubleshooting, and production support of enterprise MES applications.

Preferred Industry Experience: Automotive Manufacturing, Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM), and Digital Transformation initiatives.

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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