Jobs · Design · Illinois

Manufacturing System Engineer

Gotion Inc. · Manteno, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteDesignFull-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead MES requirements analysis, solution architecture design, configuration, and implementation to support manufacturing operations.
  • Deploy, launch, and sustain MES systems across production environments, ensuring system stability, performance, and scalability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, IT, automation, and supply chain) to align MES solutions with business and operational needs.
  • Manage MES project delivery, including planning, execution, testing, validation, and go-live support.
  • Provide ongoing system support, troubleshooting, upgrades, and continuous improvement for MES applications.
  • Develop, maintain, and review MES-related technical documentation, including system specifications, workflows, validation documents, and user guides.
  • Support integration of MES with ERP, PLCs, SCADA, historians, and other manufacturing systems.
  • Ensure MES solutions comply with applicable industry standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Train end users and provide technical guidance to internal stakeholders as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Hands-on experience implementing, configuring, or supporting MES systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of MES design specifications, architectures, and related industry standards.
  • Experience working with manufacturing processes, production workflows, and shop-floor systems.
  • Able to analyze business requirements and translate them into technical MES solutions.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with leading MES platforms (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, SAP ME/MII, Apriso, or similar).
  • Knowledge of system integration with ERP (SAP, Oracle), PLCs, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
  • Familiarity with validation practices, change management, and regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting multi-site or global MES deployments.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $70k –$100k, plus eligibility for bonus and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by factors such as the role, level, and geographic location. The range listed in the job posting represents the minimum and maximum target salaries for this position across all U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be influenced by the specific work location, along with factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

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