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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Consultant - MES & Digital Transformation - **Company:** QUARIQ - **Location:** Antwerpen, Belgium - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Databases, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Laboratory Information Management Systems, Data Streaming - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=60b1285205462338 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Manufacturing?, * Experience with MES platforms (Siemens Opcenter, Werum PAS-X, Rockwell FTPC, Ignition, Aveva, or similar). * Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally in sectors such as pharma, food, chemicals, consumer goods, or discrete manufacturing. * Ability to read and understand data flows between MES, automation (PLC/SCADA), and higher-level systems (ERP, LIMS). * A solid functional and technical mindset: able to understand both the business needs and the underlying system behavior. * Strong communication and collaboration skills - able to translate technical MES concepts into practical language for operators, engineers, and managers. * Enthusiasm for digital transformation, continuous improvement, and supporting people through change. Nice to have * Experience in MES implementation projects (configuration, functional design, testing, or commissioning). * Understanding of industrial IT/OT principles (networks, databases, security basics). * Familiarity with automation environments or PLC/SCADA is a plus, but not required. * Experience facilitating workshops, managing deliverables, or working with cross-functional teams. * Fluent in English; and Dutch or French ## Description As a Consultant - MES & Digital Transformation, you will bridge the world of operations, automation, and manufacturing IT. You will work closely with clients to understand their processes and help design and deploy MES-based solutions that create real value on the shop floor. 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