- Capable of understanding and troubleshooting technical issues related to software development, conflict in branches and releases, and engineering tasks.

- Apply project best practices and support changes that can streamline operations.

- Knowledgeable of testing/validation processes, including building the validation tests (Test Specification/Validation Specification document).

- Work with the service manager in executing unit tests, regression tests, integration tests, and functional tests.

- Train/coach end-users on MES solutions.

- Help in driving solution acceptance.

Qualifications :

MES Consultants must have excellent technical abilities in order to successfully perform their job responsibilities.

Applicable skills may include the following :

- 8+ years of experience in Siemens Opcenter Execution process.

- MES interface with 3rd party systems like automation systems (e.g. DeltaV, Siemens PCS7, Siemens SIMATIC Batch, Rockwell PLCs/SCADA).

- Programming languages (C#, Java, C++, VBA/VBScript, Python).

- Mendix Programming experience.

- Knowledge of software release management on multiple environments (e.g. DEV, QA, PROD)

including but not limited to handling of pool requests, merge operations, solution building,

deployment, unit testing, regression testing.

- Experience with Team Foundation Server and/or Jira is strongly recommended.

- Previous Application Management Services (AMS) Support experience.

- Comfortable working in a 24x7 support model.

Aside from key technical abilities, these professionals need to have a strong ability to work in teams, even when the team is virtual and most members work remotely.

MES Consultants that have strong communication skills and help foster collaboration with other teams have a great possibility of growing into Technical Leadership roles.

MES Consultants should have a high degree of adaptability in order to learn new technologies as needed and successfully manage the daily challenges of a technical environment.

Required Education :

- A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline is required to work as an MES Consultant.

- A strong background in MES and manufacturing processes of either Process or Discrete industries is also recommended.