Location: Edinburgh, Basildon, Luton or Southampton (remote with adhoc travel)
Duration: 12 month contract
Rate: £60ph UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details:
Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an experienced MES Implementation Consultant to join their team. This contract role requires proficiency in deploying and configuring Siemens MES solutions, particularly Opcenter, within Microsoft Azure environments. The successful candidate will work closely with both internal teams and Siemens representatives to ensure seamless implementation and operation of MES configurations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead deployment and configuration of Siemens Opcenter MES on Microsoft Azure, across development, test, and production environments.
- Collaborate with Siemens via screen sharing sessions to troubleshoot, debug, and validate configuration deployments.
- Execute and monitor Windows services and command-line operations to support MES deployment and maintenance.
- Support integration between Opcenter, Teamcenter Easy Plan, and SAP S/4HANA, ensuring data consistency and process alignment across PLM, MES, and ERP systems.
- Liaise with external partners during replatforming and transition activities.
- Provide technical input into test planning and environment readiness.
- Document deployment processes and contribute to continuous improvement of MES implementation practices.
Job Requirements:
- Proven experience with Siemens MES toolset, especially Opcenter and Teamcenter.
- Strong understanding of MES deployment lifecycle and configuration management.
- Experience integrating MES with PLM and ERP systems, particularly Teamcenter Easy Plan and SAP S/4HANA.
- Experience deploying and managing MES solutions in Azure Cloud environments.
- Proficiency in Windows command prompt and service management.
- Experience in remote collaboration and screen sharing for technical troubleshooting.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-vendor environment.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with Siemens replatforming activities and test planning.
- Knowledge of QAPS environments and production readiness processes.
If you have the required skills and experience, and are ready to take on an exciting challenge within the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now.
