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Construction Manager, GES NA, Design and Construction
Amazon.com Services LLC
Arlington, VA · New York, NY
- Utilize Amazon's information systems to record and update schedule, budget, and other key project data
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Principal Software Engineer/Developer
Fidelity Technology Group, LLC
Westlake, TX
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a closely related field (or foreign education equivalent) and five (5) years of…
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Senior Platform Productivity Engineer - Core/Infra - Elasticsearch
Elastic
United States
We are on the lookout for a Senior Platform Productivity Engineer to join our Elasticsearch team and focus on ensuring that the shared platform functionalities of Elasticsearch are easy to…
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Senior Java Engineer - Core/Infra - Elasticsearch
Elastic
United States
Improving operation and observability of Elasticsearch cloud systems.
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Senior Go/Kubernetes Engineer - Core/Infra - Elasticsearch
Elastic
United States
We are on the lookout for a Senior Kubernetes/Go Engineer to join our Elasticsearch team and focus on ensuring that the shared platform functionalities of Elasticsearch are easy to use,…
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Sr. Lab System Support Engineer
Cognizant
Billerica, MA
- $95,000 to $115,000 USD / year
Cognizant is seeking a Sr. Lab System Support Engineer to support and govern laboratory systems and non-networked laboratory instruments within regulated Life Sciences environments.
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Sr. Lab System Support Engineer
Cognizant
Billerica, MA
- $95,000 to $115,000 USD / year
Cognizant is seeking a Sr. Lab System Support Engineer to support and govern laboratory systems and non-networked laboratory instruments within regulated Life Sciences environments.
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Electronics Engineering-Associate Staff
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Lexington, MA
The Software and Electronics Engineering Group collaborates with every research area at the Laboratory to create systems that accomplish their objectives in real-world scenarios and in…
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Account Manager - Direct Rental Sales (DRS)
Trane Technologies
Wilmington, MA
Cultivate deep, trusted relationships internally with local Trane Commercial Systems, Controls, and Service teams to cross-sell rental solutions as an integrated part of broader building…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Pfizer
Andover, MA
- $99,200 to $165,400 USD / year
Medium- and low-voltage electrical power distribution systems
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Associate Engineer / Technician
Rousselet-Robatel
Pittsfield, MA
The Associate Engineer / Technician will support the design engineering and field service engineering teams to deliver specific client services related to our centrifugation systems. The…
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Product Quality Engineer
Qnity
Marlborough, MA
- $99,120 to $155,760 USD / year
Implement controls identified through FMEA, including updates to batch sheets and SOPs and establishment of specifications, control limits, and trend rules in SPC systems.
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Raw Materials and Scale-Up Scientist/Engineer
Qnity
Marlborough, MA
- $99,120 to $155,760 USD / year
Qnity Electronics’ Semiconductor Technologies – Lithography (ST Litho) R&D organization is seeking a Raw Materials and Scale-Up (RMS) Scientist/Engineer to join our team in Marlborough, MA.
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Senior SWIFT & Payments Platform Engineer
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.
Boston, MA
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Engineer to join the SWIFT & Payments Technology team. This role will develop and support critical payment infrastructure supporting SWIFT…
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Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer
J&J Family of Companies
Boston, MA
We are searching for the best talent for a Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer to join our Orthopaedics team. This is a hybrid position that will be based in Boston, MA.
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Senior Principal Engineer - R&D Digital
J&J Family of Companies
Boston, MA
We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Principal Engineer – R&D Digital to join our Orthopaedics team. This is a remote position, with a preference that someone is located…
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Principal Electrical Engineer
QinetiQ
Devens, MA
As a Principal Electrical Engineer at QinetiQ, you will lead hands-on design, build, and troubleshooting of mission-critical electronic systems for defense customers. Your work will span…
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Principal Electrical Engineer
QinetiQ
Devens, MA
As a Principal Electrical Engineer at QinetiQ, you will lead hands-on design, build, and troubleshooting of mission-critical electronic systems for defense customers. Your work will span…
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Controls Engineer
US1970 Prysmian Group Specialty Cables, LLC
Taunton, MA
Advanced knowledge of motor controls and drives (AC, DC and VFD), PLC and relay-based systems.
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Principal Software Engineer
Candela Corporation
Marlborough, MA
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of software architecture patterns and…
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Automation Engineer
Amazon.com Services LLC
Murfreesboro, TN
As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance in our fulfillment centers by providing proactive controls automation…
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Systems Engineer 2027 Summer Intern (Onsite)
United States
Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering, embedded systems, software development, aerospace, or controls.
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Project Engineer
Therma
Salt Lake City, UT
- $85,000 to $110,000 USD / year
We have an immediate need for a Project Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT. You'll work side by side with our Project Managers on planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and project…
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Field Engineering Manager
TerraPower, LLC
Kemmerer, WY
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Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering
Amazon.com Services LLC
Nashville, TN
We’re looking to add a high-impact engineer to our team. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external teams to design high-quality, cost-effective solutions for our…

Actalent

MES Engineer

Reading, PA, United States

$90,000 to $100,000 USD / year

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Pay: $90,000 to $100,000 USD / year
Experience: 35 years of experience in industrial manufacturing with a focus on controls and MES integration.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer MES IntegrationJob Description

The Automation Engineer will play a key role in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integrations across North American manufacturing sites. This role focuses on developing and supporting MES and industrial automation controls in alignment with ISA-95 standards to enhance manufacturing processes, data analysis, and overall system performance. The Automation Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead integration initiatives, and ensure robust data integrity, network performance, and capital planning for MES and control systems.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, programming, purchase, installation, modification, and maintenance of MES integrations in North American manufacturing facilities.
Ensure disciplined compliance with ISA-95 standards in all MES design and implementation activities.
Support MES implementation and rollout across North America, providing technical guidance and hands-on support as needed.
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to define user and functional requirements for the MES system and translate these into effective MES solutions.
Provide continuous improvement of MES and industrial automation control systems to enhance process efficiency, reliability, and data visibility.
Develop automation and MES solutions that support current and future business needs, including scalability and standardization.
Ensure MES data integrity and backup processes comply with internal record retention policies.
Monitor and optimize network and system performance to meet MES user needs, including SQL database administration and performance tuning.
Complete ongoing educational training to continuously improve knowledge of MES, industrial automation, and machine networking.
Contribute to the prioritization and development of capital requirements for MES systems, including hardware, software, and implementation activities.
Support the development of a 5-year capital plan for controls, software, software maintenance, and data acquisition systems.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of North America and site-level standards for MES and control systems, equipment, and programming practices.
Support plant-wide standards for control systems equipment and drive adherence to these standards for new equipment purchases.
Assist site resources with the design and integration of controls and MES for capital projects and for replacing obsolete controls, sharing best practices across locations.
Implement upgrades that improve automation, safety, and security across MES and control systems.
Develop and maintain a consolidated inventory of control systems and related equipment for all North American plants.
Lead teams and initiatives focused on improving automation and leveraging advanced technologies for process optimization.
Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate MES with ERP systems, including transitions to SAP S/4HANA, using Restful APIs for key data such as schedules, counts, and machine or labor hours.
Support integration with industrial control systems, including PLCs and related platforms, to ensure seamless data flow between shop floor and MES.
Travel to manufacturing sites as needed (approximately 25%) to support implementations, upgrades, and cross-site projects.

Essential Skills

35 years of experience in industrial manufacturing with a focus on controls and MES integration.
Masters or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering Technology field.
Advanced knowledge of programming languages and scripting for automation and MES applications.
Advanced experience with SQL databases, including database administration, performance optimization, and application development (including SQL Agents).
Hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition, including Vision and Perspective modules, and platform development with web services programming.
Experience with laboratory or lab-related applications connected to MES or Ignition platforms.
Experience integrating MES with ERP systems, including the use of Restful APIs to exchange data such as schedules, counts, and machine or labor hours.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to travel approximately 25% to support multi-site projects and implementations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with multi-site industrial or manufacturing projects.
Experience with ERP integration involving SAP S/4HANA or transitions to SAP S/4HANA.
Experience with process modeling and AI-based process optimization.
Experience interfacing with industrial control systems and PLC programming.
Knowledge of Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Inductive Automation, and other industrial automation platforms.
Familiarity with Wonderware and WinCC SCADA or HMI systems.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive standardization across multiple sites.
Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset focused on automation, safety, and security.

Work Environment

This role operates in a modern industrial manufacturing environment that combines office-based engineering work with regular exposure to plant-floor operations. The Automation Engineer will work with MES platforms, industrial control systems, PLCs, SCADA/HMI systems, SQL databases, and networking infrastructure. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams across multiple North American sites and requires approximately 25% travel to plants for implementations, upgrades, and project support. Work is typically performed during standard business hours, with flexibility required at times to support system rollouts, upgrades, or critical production activities. The environment emphasizes safety, standardization of controls and MES systems, and the use of advanced technologies such as Ignition, ERP integrations, and data acquisition systems to drive continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Skills

MES
Process improvement
Control systems
Regulatory compliance
SQL
Database administration
Prioritization
Data acquisition systems
Lead a team
Negotiate with stakeholders
ERP
SAP S/4HANA
API development
Electrical engineering
Computer engineering
Computer science
Mechatronics
Programming languages
Communication skills
PLC programming
Allen-Bradley
Wonderware
SCADA
HMI
Problem solving
Collaboration

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