Wolverhampton
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join us as an MES Engineer at our new state-of-the-art facility based at the I54 Business Park in Wolverhampton. In a nutshell, you will be responsible for defining, developing, integrating, and supporting Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions across our i54 facility. You’ll collaborate with engineers, managers, supervisors, and operators to deliver data-driven applications and hardware implementations that enhance our manufacturing processes and continuous improvement culture. What you are already great at: • Leading the definition, development, testing, and integration of MES solutions., • Designing and developing front-end MES applications using Ignition by Inductive Automation., • Supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining existing MES applications and hardware., • Integrating MES with ERP data to drive faster, smarter decision-making., • Developing SQL-based reports and dashboards using MES and operational data., • Working closely with controls engineers to develop robust data acquisition systems., • Integrating data historians to enable future machine learning capabilities., • Managing day-to-day MES issues and supporting the wider team in resolving them., • Providing technical support to ensure manufacturing issues are addressed promptly (including some off-shift support)., • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across project teams. For this role we would need you to demonstrate: • Proven experience in delivering data-driven MES or SCADA solutions., • Strong technical expertise in Python, SQL, HTML, and ERP integration., • Experience developing user interfaces in Ignition by Inductive Automation (certification desirable)., • 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, with at least 4 years in MES development., • Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills., • A strong understanding of programming, application development, and Windows-based systems., • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach. What your colleagues say about you: • A solutions-focused, innovative problem solver., • Technically strong with great attention to detail., • An effective communicator who collaborates across all levels., • Methodical, analytical, and committed to continuous improvement., • A confident, credible, and supportive team player. Our Core Competencies • Cultivates Innovation – Always remain curious., • Active Learner – Take every opportunity to grow your own capability., • Collaborates – Use your network, sharing knowledge and skills., • Plans and Aligns – Make it relevant, make it purposeful. Our Purpose & Behaviours At the heart of everything we do are our shared values and behaviours: • We Think Big, Learn Fast, • We Work It Together, • We Make The Hard Call Why Join Us? We reward not just the results, but the positive impact you make along the way. With a pay-for-performance culture, we value curiosity, collaboration, and a drive for continuous improvement. The Benefits • 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) – pro-rata for part-time, • Annual Incentive Plan, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Life Assurance & Pension Plan, • Health & Wellbeing Programme (including health cash plan), • High Street Reward Scheme & Refer a Friend Programme, • Free Parking & Eye Care support, • Flexible working model, • Employee Recognition Programme Our Hiring Process • Initial discussion with our Resourcing Team., • On-site interview process (1–2 stages depending on role)., • Successful candidates will be notified, and start dates confirmed. If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.