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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # MES Architect - **Company:** Randstad UK - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Integration Architecture, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Dassault Systèmes DELMIA (Software), High-Level Architecture, Requirements Traceability, SAP (Applications), SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME), Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, SAP S/4HANA, Integration Frameworks - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.constructionjobboard.co.uk/job/3704704/mes-architect/ ## About the Role * Substantial experience delivering manufacturing or MES architecture within complex organisations. * Strong understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and modern manufacturing concepts. * Proven track record of defining enterprise-level manufacturing architectures. * Solid knowledge of ISA-95 standards and manufacturing system integration principles. * Experience integrating Manufacturing, ERP, and Engineering systems. * Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders across both business and IT. * Strong facilitation and workshop leadership skills. * Experience producing clear architecture documentation suitable for executive governance. Desirable Experience with one or more of the following systems: * SAP Digital Manufacturing / SAP ME/MII * Siemens Opcenter * DELMIA Apriso * AVEVA MES * Tulip * Rockwell FactoryTalk * Ignition * AspenTech * GE Proficy * PTC ThingWorx Knowledge of: * SAP S/4HANA & PLM * Manufacturing data platforms and connected data flows * Azure & Microsoft Power Platform * Industrial IoT & factory automation * Integration platforms Personal Attributes * A strategic thinker who can balance practical business needs with technical considerations. * Comfortable working with ambiguity and helping to shape a clear direction. * Collaborative, pragmatic, and outcome-focused. * Clear written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to executives. Deliverables You will contribute directly to the following outcomes: * Manufacturing capability assessment * Manufacturing solution architecture * High-level design documentation * Technology options assessment * Integration architecture * Requirements traceability matrix * Executive Decision Gate documentation ## Description We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Manufacturing Architect to help define the future-state digital manufacturing platform for one of the UK's largest infrastructure programmes. This is a strategic design role rather than an implementation post. You will work closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, enterprise architects, and technology partners to develop the high-level architecture, evaluate different solution options, and establish the roadmap for the next phase of delivery. Key Responsibilities * Lead the manufacturing systems architecture workstream within the high-level design phase. * Gather and validate core manufacturing business requirements. * Work alongside the Manufacturing, Operations, IT, and Digital teams to map out current and future processes. * Develop high-level solution architectures for digital manufacturing capabilities. * Define the logical architecture across Manufacturing Execution, Production Planning, Quality, Inventory, Logistics, and Engineering. * Help build the manufacturing capability model and define end-to-end data flows. * Assess enterprise platform options alongside specialist manufacturing solutions. * Evaluate integration methods between MES, ERP, PLM, Scheduling, Quality, and shop-floor systems. * Identify solution risks, assumptions, dependencies, and constraints. * Support technology option assessments and vendor workshops. * Produce clear architecture documentation, decision papers, and presentations for senior leadership. * Contribute to the Executive Decision Gate to recommend the preferred strategic direction. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Why and when should we consider Stream Processing frameworks in our solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1085-why-and-when-should-we-consider-stream-processing-frameworks-in-our-solutions) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)