Software Engineering Lead Operations MES

• Lead and mentor MES software developers and support personnel.
• Manage development priorities, project execution, and operational support activities.
• Establish best practices for software development, deployment, and support.
• Coordinate on-call rotations, escalation procedures, and issue resolution efforts.

Software Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade manufacturing software solutions.
• Build user interfaces, dashboards, reporting tools, and data visualization systems.
• Develop and optimize database structures, stored procedures, and integrations.
• Ensure scalable and maintainable software architecture aligned with business goals.

Manufacturing Systems & Operations

• Support and enhance Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Integrate manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and production processes.
• Collaborate with controls engineers and technical teams to improve plant operations.
• Drive initiatives that reduce downtime and improve system performance.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead manufacturing technology projects from planning through deployment.
• Partner with business leaders, engineering teams, and external vendors.
• Manage software releases, testing activities, and production rollouts.
• Support manufacturing expansion and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of software development and/or manufacturing systems experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and software projects.
• Strong expertise in C# and Microsoft .NET technologies.
• Advanced Microsoft SQL Server development and database design experience.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications in production environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing software architecture and MES platforms.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Experience with PLCs, OPC integrations, industrial automation, or shop-floor systems.
• Knowledge of enterprise data architecture and reporting systems.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized applications.
• Exposure to AI/ML-based solutions and intelligent automation technologies.
• Experience working within large-scale manufacturing operations.

Technical Environment

Technologies & Tools Include:

• C#
• .NET Framework / .NET Core
• Microsoft SQL Server
• MES Platforms
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Industrial Automation Systems
• PLC Integrations
• OPC Communications
• Reporting & Analytics Tools
• AI-Driven Applications