Photonics Engineer Remote Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking a MES Engineer to join our team remotely!

Responsibilities:

• Support and enhance manufacturing technology platforms and applications
• Configure and maintain industrial connectivity solutions and data historians
• Troubleshoot OT data flow, integration, and communication issues
• Partner with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and IT teams to deliver technology solutions
• Implement and support MES, historian, and manufacturing data systems
• Develop technical documentation including process flows, system architecture diagrams, and integration specifications
• Create and support real-time dashboards and manufacturing performance reporting
• Assist with Industry 4.0, smart factory, and digital transformation initiatives
• Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for manufacturing data platforms
• Support multiple manufacturing facilities and collaborate with global stakeholders

Required Experience

• Strong SQL and database experience
• Experience with industrial data historians (OSI PI)
• Experience with industrial connectivity solutions (Kepware or FactoryTalk)
• Experience integrating manufacturing equipment and data systems
• Understanding of MES, SCADA, or manufacturing execution technologies
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as OPC, OPC UA, MQTT, or Modbus
• Experience troubleshooting data collection, system interfaces, and manufacturing applications
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• PLC integration or industrial controls experience
• OEE and manufacturing performance reporting
• API integrations
• Industry 4.0 initiatives

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.