Senior MES Engineer

Overview AST is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer to design, implement, and optimize MES solutions within a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment. This role will primarily support AST’s manufacturing operations in Singapore and collaborate closely to ensure stable, reliable MES operations, continuous system enhancements, and long-term platform improvements. Role Responsibilities - Design, develop, and implement Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions tailored to optimize production processes, streamline workflows, and enhance overall manufacturing productivity - Continuously evaluate and improve MES functionalities to support evolving manufacturing requirements, ensuring high system availability and minimal operational disruption - Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive reports and dashboards to track production performance and key manufacturing KPIs - Lead MES initiatives and projects end-to-end, including scope definition, scheduling, execution, and regular stakeholder communication - Monitor MES performance proactively, identify potential risks or system issues, and implement preventive actions to reduce unplanned downtime - Perform regular MES system maintenance, troubleshoot software and hardware issues, and ensure optimal system performance and reliability - Collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, and IT teams to identify opportunities for MES enhancements aligned with long-term operational and business objectives - Provide remote MES support from Singapore for global manufacturing sites in the absence of local factory presence - Lead MES system deployment, configuration, customization, and version upgrades - Provide technical leadership in system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and performance optimization - Integrate MES with ERP, SCADA, automation equipment, and enterprise IT systems to enable seamless data flow and manufacturing visibility - Drive manufacturing process improvements, lean initiatives, and adoption of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing solutions - Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical documentation, and deliver end-user training - Ensure MES data integrity, cybersecurity standards, and compliance with applicable regulatory and corporate requirements Professional Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline - Strong proficiency in Python, with additional knowledge of Java or C# considered an advantage - Experience in database management and maintenance, including Oracle, DB2, MSSQL, and MySQL - Proven track record of MES system development, integration, deployment, and optimization in a manufacturing environment - In-depth knowledge of MES modules, Oracle databases, and system integration architectures - Familiarity with manufacturing processes, enterprise system integration, and Industry 4.0 / smart manufacturing concepts - Highly motivated self-starter with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills - Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities - Reliable, accountable, and results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving objectives