> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2118830-telecommute-project-manager-mes-manufacturing-it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2118830-telecommute-project-manager-mes-manufacturing-it). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # TELECOMMUTE Project Manager - (MES/Manufacturing IT) - **Company:** Aspire Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME), Systems Integration, Information Technology - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/86e61f5c-a114-4a1f-b792-24b50dc445f4 ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have experience managing MES implementations, upgrades, integrations, and rollouts while coordinating IT, manufacturing, engineering, operations, and external vendors., * 10+ years of Project Management experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments. * Strong hands-on project management experience with MES implementations, upgrades, or rollouts. * Experience with one or more MES platforms such as: + Apriso + Rockwell + Siemens + Ignition + SAP ME/MII * Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, shop-floor systems, and MOM. * Experience managing hardware/software integrations within manufacturing environments. * Proven experience managing large-scale technology implementations. * Strong experience with risk, budget, timeline, vendor, and stakeholder management. * Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Aspire IT Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must submit accurate information; misrepresentation may disqualify candidacy. This role may require background checks/work authorization verification. ## Description We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with strong MES and Manufacturing IT experience to lead end-to-end projects involving Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)., * Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of MES implementation and upgrade projects. * Define project scope, objectives, timelines, deliverables, resources, and budgets. * Coordinate cross-functional teams across IT, manufacturing, engineering, and operations. * Track project milestones, budgets, risks, issues, and dependencies. * Develop mitigation and corrective-action plans to keep projects on track. * Manage relationships with MES vendors, partners, and implementation teams. * Prepare project status reports and communicate progress to senior leadership. * Drive change management, training, and user adoption for new or upgraded MES solutions. * Ensure projects follow established Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies. * Support initiatives involving shop-floor systems, Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM), and Industry 4.0 technologies. ## Related Videos - [ShapeShift: Reinventing Agile for a B2B SaaS Scale-Up](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1655-shapeshift-reinventing-agile-for-a-b2b-saas-scale-up) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [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) - [From Punch Cards to AI-assisted Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/611-from-punch-cards-to-ai-assisted-development) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Tips on mastering remote job interviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/23-tips-on-mastering-remote-job-interviews) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)