Enterprise MES Technical Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Enterprise MES Technical Lead to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This role will serve as the technical authority for a manufacturing execution system environment, guiding administration, configuration, and ongoing support for critical production capabilities. The position will partner closely with manufacturing, functional, and technology teams to ensure implementations, upgrades, and deployments are executed effectively. It is a hands-on leadership role focused on system reliability, integration performance, and proactive problem resolution in complex operational settings. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $116,350 – $210,325 annually Responsibilities Serve as the technical expert for the MES platform and its technology environment Administer and configure critical MES capabilities for manufacturing processes Monitor system health and performance, addressing technical issues proactively Lead MES implementations, ensuring alignment with functional requirements Coordinate deployment activities across various environments and assess technical impacts Resolve complex MES incidents and collaborate with internal teams for efficient problem resolution Recommend enhancements to improve MES reliability and performance Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 10-15 years of relevant experience Extensive experience with complex enterprise applications, including administration and configuration Proven troubleshooting skills for application, database, and integration issues Background in enterprise application upgrade and deployment processes Knowledge of relational databases and SQL, with experience in integration architecture Strong root-cause analysis capabilities for technical problem resolution Ability to effectively communicate technical risks and recommendations to leadership Benefits Full-time telework option available from any U.S. location Collaboration with diverse teams across the organization Opportunity to lead and implement cutting-edge digital manufacturing solutions Exposure to complex and mission-critical production environments Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.