Senior MES & Automation Engineer

About the role

QuantWare is seeking a Senior MES & Automation Engineer to design, develop, and support manufacturing execution systems and automation solutions for semiconductor equipment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing systems are digitally controlled, traceable, and integrated for reliable operations. This role involves managing MES master data, developing SECS/GEM communication interfaces, and driving smart factory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage MES Master Data structures, manufacturing workflows, and process configurations.
• Deliver MES solutions throughout the project lifecycle, including design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Develop and maintain SECS/GEM communication interfaces and custom automation interlocks for semiconductor equipment.
• Integrate MES with ERP, SCADA, PLC, and other manufacturing IT systems.
• Coordinate with IT, Engineering, and Production stakeholders to support factory automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Perform system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement of manufacturing systems.

Required skills

• MES architecture
• SECS/GEM
• Semiconductor equipment automation
• Factory automation
• System integration
• C++
• C#
• .NET
• Java
• Python
• JavaScript
• SQL
• Oracle

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant MES, Automation, or Manufacturing Systems engineering experience
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in SECS/GEM development or semiconductor equipment integration

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 8% holiday allowance
• Pension plan
• Learning and development budget
• Team events and offsites

About the Company

QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors using unique VIO technology to solve humanity's greatest challenges. They are paving the way for hyper-scale quantum computers and seek individuals who thrive on tackling complex technical challenges.