Job Description

The Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES & Shop Floor Systems) is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), shop floor applications, and production software used in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role ensures the availability, reliability, and performance of manufacturing systems while providing technical support, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT to ensure seamless manufacturing operations and business continuity in a 24/7 environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

- Administer, maintain, and support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and shop floor applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software, database, and production system issues to minimize downtime.
- Configure and maintain manufacturing logic, production workflows, routing, sequencing, and business rules.
- Develop scripts, utilities, and software enhancements to improve manufacturing processes.
- Support integrations between MES, ERP, machine interfaces, and shop floor equipment.
- Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server databases and Windows Server environments.
- Monitor system performance, application health, and production logs to ensure operational stability.
- Participate in system upgrades, migrations, implementations, and continuous improvement projects.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production incidents.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and system configurations.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT teams to support manufacturing operations.
- Provide technical support in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including after-hours support and scheduled maintenance when required.




- Manage multiple priorities while ensuring high levels of customer service and operational excellence.

Experience

- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or shop floor applications in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with SQL Server administration , database troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Strong experience in software configuration, scripting, or application development.
- Experience supporting Windows Server environments and manufacturing applications.
- Experience integrating MES with ERP systems and production equipment.
- Proven experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing systems in a high-volume production environment.
- Experience participating in system implementations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
- Experience providing technical support in a 24/7 manufacturing environment .

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering , or a related technical field.
- Strong knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and shop floor systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (queries, troubleshooting, and database management).
- Knowledge of Windows Server Administration .
- Programming experience with C#, VB.NET, Python, PowerShell , or similar languages.
- Experience with MES platforms such as DVI, SFC , or equivalent manufacturing systems is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of manufacturing workflows, production routing, sequencing, and process automation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to participate in after-hours support , scheduled maintenance, and on-call rotations when required.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies is a plus.
- Project management experience is considered an advantage.

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📌 Manufacturing Systems Engineer (MES & Shop Floor Systems) (Tijuana)
🏢 Carl Zeiss Visión Manufactura De México, S. De R. L. De C. V.
📍 Tijuana