Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Engineer

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Engineer

Chippenham • £43,000 – £46,000 (DOE) • 6‑Month contract • Monday – Friday (flexible hours, early finish Friday possible)

The role requires experienced MES engineers with hands‑on experience implementing or supporting an MES platform (Aegis FactoryLogix, Siemens Opcenter, or Critical Manufacturing) within an electronics manufacturing environment. Extensive work with PCB/PCBA production data, including Gerber, ODB++, BOM structures and ECAD‑to‑MES integration, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain the MES platform (routings, workflows, revisions, NPI packages)
• Import, validate and manage Gerber, ODB++ and other ECAD/MCAD manufacturing data
• Build and control BOM structures and production data packages within the MES – write and optimise SQL queries; manage large traceability datasets
• Support New Product Introduction and design‑to‑manufacturing hand‑off
• Troubleshoot MES issues on the shop floor and provide technical support to production
• Drive data‑driven continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, production and IT/OT teams

Qualifications

• Proven hands‑on experience with Aegis FactoryLogix, Siemens Opcenter or Critical Manufacturing MES
• Strong electronics manufacturing background (PCB fabrication and PCBA assembly processes)
• In‑depth working knowledge of Gerber (GBR), ODB++ and structured manufacturing data
• Confident writing SQL and handling large production databases
• Solid understanding of IT/OT infrastructure in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Degree qualified in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline (preferred)
• Previous experience in rail, aerospace, automotive Tier‑1 or medical electronics (highly advantageous)
• Knowledge of ERP integration and Industry 4.0 concepts (beneficial)

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.

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