Our client is urgently looking for an experienced MES Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.
The role is based in southern Oxfordshire, with easy access to Oxford, Swindon, and the A34/M4. Due to the location, a driving license/car is essential.
Please note, the role is on-site 5 days per week. Remote working will be permitted on an ad-hoc/special request basis.
You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus (up to 15%), annual leave, leading pension scheme (up to 15%), private medical insurance, on-site parking and café, as well as many, many more perks!
* Minimum 5 years of proven experience in industrial automation, MES/SCADA systems, and machine control in high-tech manufacturing environments (battery systems, FMCG, etc.).
* Hands-on experience in the design, commissioning, and validation of automation, electrical, and control systems for machines and high-speed production lines.
* Expertise in developing and standardizing automation solutions, including PLC, HMI, robotics, and SCADA systems.
* Experience in RFQ preparation, vendor selection, and supplier management for automation projects, from prototype solutions to full-scale.
* Integration of MES with production equipment, ensuring real-time data exchange and traceability.
* Strong background in automation safety standards (CMSE certification preferred).
* Project management skills, including stakeholder coordination, scheduling, and risk assessment.
* Deep understanding of MES data flow from PLCs to databases/cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, SQL, MongoDB).
* Experience in designing and implementing data handling solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, including product traceability, telemetry and process monitoring
* PLC & HMI Programming: Expertise in Siemens TIA Portal, Beckhoff TwinCAT, and Allen Bradley. Ability to modify and optimize PLC code for data collection, automation control, and troubleshooting.
* Industrial Networking & Protocols: Proficiency in OPC UA, Profinet, Modbus, Ethernet-IP for seamless communication between industrial devices.
* Data Analytics & Visualization: Experience using Power BI, SQL, Python, and C# to develop data-driven insights from automation systems.
* Machine Connectivity & IIoT: Strong understanding of IoT sensors, vision systems (Keyence), and conveyor integration.
* Electrical & Control Panel Design: Ability to review and approve electrical schematics, network topologies, and control system layouts.
* System Standardization & Best Practices: Development of automation and electrical standards to ensure scalable, safe, and connected factory solutions.
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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom
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