Shopfloor Systems Engineer (MES / IT-OT Integration)

TL;DR

Shopfloor Systems Engineer (MES / IT-OT Integration): Supporting digital manufacturing systems and driving operational excellence in a regulated pharmaceutical production environment with an accent on MES, Historian, and IT-OT connectivity. Focus on managing application governance, resolving production-impacting incidents, and ensuring GxP compliance.

Company

Independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to over 1000 clients globally across multiple business lines.

What you will do

• Support lifecycle management of shopfloor systems including MES, Historian, and integrated applications.
• Enhance system performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing applications.
• Facilitate IT-OT integration to ensure seamless connectivity between enterprise and shopfloor systems.
• Manage application governance processes, including incident, problem, and change management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve production-impacting incidents.
• Contribute to system upgrades and ongoing digital transformation initiatives aligned with GxP compliance.

Requirements

• Expertise in shopfloor systems, MES, ERP integration, Data Historian platforms, and IIoT connectivity.
• Strong understanding of IT-OT system architecture and integration frameworks.
• Experience working in GxP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with validation and compliance standards in regulated industries.
• Proficiency in project management, process improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
• English: Fluent level required.

Culture & Benefits

• International community comprising over 110 different nationalities.
• Strong internal growth potential, with most leaders starting at entry-level positions.
• Robust training system via internal Academy with 250+ available modules.
• Vibrant workplace with frequent internal events, afterworks, and team buildings.
• Opportunity to lead social or environmental impact projects through the WeCare Together program.

Hiring process

• Brief introductory virtual or phone call to align motivations.
• Series of interviews (average of 3) with line managers and future colleagues.
• Technical case study or assessment depending on the specific role requirements.