MES Backend Developer

About the role

ABB is hiring an MES Backend Developer in Juarez, Mexico, reporting to the Global Project Planning & Controls Manager. The role supports the implementation of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) as a back-end developer, working closely with the MES Champion / Modeler to deliver reliable and scalable MES solutions. It is a hybrid position (#LI-Hybrid) contributing to the IT Business in Juarez.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain MES backend logic, services and extensions.
• Implement business rules and custom application logic.
• Perform basic MES modelling and configuration when required.
• Work with MES models created by the MES Champion / Modeler.
• Follow global architecture, coding, naming and development standards.
• Perform unit testing, debugging and technical troubleshooting.
• Support integration with Frontend, SAP and IoT components.
• Support deployment, issue resolution and continuous improvement of MES applications.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, computer systems, business engineering or similar.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or computer science-related role.
• Proven track record of backend development for mid-size projects.
• Experience with discrete manufacturing and production control, specifically MES/ECS systems.
• Ability to analyse and synthesise information from various stakeholder groups.
• Fluent English and availability to travel, possibly internationally.

Required skills

• Strong backend programming capabilities.
• Knowledge of MES and ERP systems, materials management and production control; Critical Manufacturing MES and SAP preferred.