Manager/Sr Manager(Manufacturing Engineering / MES)

As a Manager in Custom Software Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering / MES) at ARAs Client, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and configuration of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and manufacturing engineering solutions. Your role will involve acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), managing delivery teams, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions that meet client and business requirements. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead the development, configuration, and deployment of MES and manufacturing engineering solutions. - Analyze business and project requirements and design software solutions aligned with client needs. - Ensure adherence to software development methodologies, coding standards, and best practices. - Oversee maintenance, enhancements, and support activities across the MES landscape. - Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Manufacturing Engineering and MES. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, IT, and automation. - Own team-level technical decisions and contribute to program-level solutioning. - Provide solutions to complex problems impacting multiple teams and systems. - Lead and manage development teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. - Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions, mentoring, and technical workshops. - Guide junior team members in technical and professional development. - Drive a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement. - Manage system integration and configuration management activities. - Ensure seamless integration of MES with ERP (SAP ECC / S/4HANA) and shop-floor systems. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and integration issues effectively. - Ensure solutions meet performance, reliability, and quality standards. - Support project planning, tracking, and delivery using project management tools and techniques. - Identify risks and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies. - Ensure timely delivery of milestones and compliance with project governance. **Skill Required:** **Must Have Skills:** - Strong proficiency in Manufacturing Engineering / Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). - Solid understanding of software development methodologies and best practices. - Experience with system integration and configuration management. - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Experience working in client-facing or delivery-oriented environments. **Good-to-Have Skills:** - Experience with leading MES platforms (SAP ME/MII, Siemens Opcenter, Apriso, FactoryTalk, Camstar). - Exposure to Industry 4.0, Digital Manufacturing, or Smart Factory initiatives. - Knowledge of shop-floor integration (PLC, SCADA). - Familiarity with Agile / SAFe delivery models. **Experience & Qualifications:** - 1014+ years of experience in Custom Software Engineering / MES / Manufacturing Engineering. - Prior experience in a Manager or Lead role is required. - 15 years of full-time education is mandatory. As a Manager in Custom Software Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering / MES) at ARAs Client, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and configuration of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and manufacturing engineering solutions. Your role will involve acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), managing delivery teams, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions that meet client and business requirements. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead the development, configuration, and deployment of MES and manufacturing engineering solutions. - Analyze business and project requirements and design software solutions aligned with client needs. - Ensure adherence to software development methodologies, coding standards, and best practices. - Oversee maintenance, enhancements, and support activities across the MES landscape. - Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Manufacturing Engineering and MES. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, IT, and automation. - Own team-level technical decisions and contribute to program-level solutioning. - Provide solutions to complex problems impacting multiple teams and systems. - Lead and manage development teams to deliver high-quality outcomes. - Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions, mentoring, and technical workshops. - Guide junior team members in technical and professional development. - Drive a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement. - Manage system integration and configuration management activities. - Ensure seamless integration of MES with ERP (SAP ECC / S/4HANA) and shop-floor systems. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and integration issues effectively. - Ensure solutions meet performance, reliability, and quality standards. - Support project planning, tracking, and delivery using project managem