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# MES Engineer

- **Company:** Spectraforce
- **Location:** Saint Albans City, VT, United States
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** System Configuration, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Testing, Software Troubleshooting
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f3bab153-0733-412b-af5f-b1ae177479d6

## About the Role

* Minimum 1 year of MES experience, preferably with Rockwell MES
 * Experience with recipe/workflow authoring and system configuration
 * Understanding of manufacturing processes and batch operations
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment, * Experience in regulated industries such as Pharma or Food & Beverage
 * Familiarity with Computer System Validation (CSV) and GMP requirements
 * Knowledge of Rockwell automation systems, including PLC and SCADA

Must-Haves:

 1. MES experience
 2. Manufacturing processes / batch operations knowledge
 3. Life Sciences experience
 4. Rockwell MES/automation experience preferred
 5. Troubleshooting and production support

Required Experience: 5+ years preferred

## Description

* Develop and maintain MES recipes using Rockwell
 * Optimize recipes to improve efficiency, quality, and system performance
 * Support MES deployments, including testing, troubleshooting, and go-live activities
 * Collaborate with IT, Engineering, QA, and Operations to align MES with manufacturing requirements
 * Provide production support and resolve MES-related issues
 * Maintain technical documentation
 * Support validation and compliance activities


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