MES Developer – Siemens OpCenter

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Portugal, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Design, configure, and tailor Siemens Opcenter MES solutions for discrete manufacturing operations.

• Create and manage functionalities related to production management, quality, material tracking, genealogy, traceability, and work instructions.

• Convert business needs into scalable MES solutions in collaboration with manufacturing, automation, and IT teams.

• Integrate Opcenter MES with ERP, PLM, and shop-floor systems utilizing APIs, web services, OPC UA, and other technologies.

• Develop customizations, extensions, and reports using C#, .NET, SQL Server, and Opcenter development tools.

• Assist in requirements collection, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.

• Diagnose application, integration, and performance problems and provide L2/L3 support.

• Discover opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes and system performance.

• Support cloud-based and hybrid MES environments to ensure security, scalability, reliability, and high availability.

• Contribute to Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing projects across various production sites.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in MES/MOM environments, including a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with Siemens Opcenter MES in discrete manufacturing.

• Extensive experience in configuring, customizing, and supporting Siemens Opcenter MES solutions.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing execution systems, discrete manufacturing processes, and shop-floor operations.

• Proven track record in integrating MES platforms with ERP, PLM, SCADA, and automation systems.

• Proficient in C#, .NET, SQL Server, REST APIs, web services, and relevant integration technologies.

• Familiarity with ISA-95, manufacturing workflows, and digital process modeling principles.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or AWS, ideally within MES or industrial settings.

• Exposure to OPC UA, MQTT, middleware technologies, and industrial connectivity solutions.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the capability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline; certifications in Siemens Opcenter or MES are viewed favorably.

• Experience with Azure IaaS/PaaS services, AWS, or other cloud-based manufacturing platforms.

• Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containers, and contemporary deployment practices.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies for MES application deployments.

• Experience integrating Siemens Opcenter with Teamcenter, SAP, Oracle, or other enterprise systems.

• Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems like Siemens S7, WinCC, or similar industrial automation platforms.

• Exposure to Industry 4.0, Industrial IoT (IIoT), Smart Factory, or Digital Manufacturing initiatives.

• Experience supporting multi-site or global MES deployments in complex manufacturing settings.

• Understanding of ISA-88 standards and manufacturing process modeling.

• Experience working in regulated industries and familiarity with GxP validation requirements.

• Siemens Opcenter, MES/MOM, cloud, or industrial automation certifications are considered a significant advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• A competitive compensation package that increases with your contributions.

• Annual Performance and Salary Reviews to acknowledge your achievements.

• Monthly Meal Vouchers.

• Premium Private Health Coverage for you and your family.

• Additional vacation days.

• Yearly training budget.

• State-of-the-art tech setup with optional upgrades.

• Structured growth plans and regular progress assessments.