Production Software Integration Architect (MES) (m/f/d)

As a  Production Software Integration Architect (m/w/d) you will work on the seamless integration of a heterogeneous software landscape within the production and automation environment for banknotes, coins, and security documents. Drawing on your expertise, you will contribute to the technological advancement and design of secure workflows for our global client base. In this role, you will define technical standards and design the appropriate architecture (data, interfaces) by drawing on both our internal portfolio and that of external suppliers. It will be your responsibility to ensure the integration of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) with the customer’s system (usually ERP), as well as with warehouse management and the shop floor – from solution design through implementation to go-live.

Your responsibilities: 

• You will be responsible for developing an integration architecture for the MES, automation and shop floor levels to automate print and production solutions from our internal product portfolio and third-party providers
• You will take the lead in creating comprehensive integration solutions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• You will play a key role in translating customer requirements into technical implementations
• You will lead interdisciplinary teams of internal and external stakeholders through all project phases, from requirements analysis and solution design through to integration testing and handover to the customer
• You will be responsible for consistent communication and reporting at all internal and external levels, as well as preparing a risk analysis based on the current project progress

Your profile: 

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Process Management or a related field
• Proven expertise in production software (MES); specifically, this means:
  • Ability to assess the advantages and disadvantages of various options for the integration architecture
  • Advanced knowledge of the interface technologies commonly used at the MES and warehouse automation levels (e.g. REST, SOAP, socket-based, XML-based, FTP-based communication and others)
  • Advanced knowledge of the integration of production systems in the MES environment
  • Experience with MES software is an advantage (Hydra X or equivalent)
• Advanced knowledge of warehouse automation in the context of Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is an advantage
• Proven experience in requirements engineering and management is desirable, ideally with certification (IREB)
• Experience in the manufacturing sector, production or printing is an advantage
• You speak French, ideally also English, fluently both spoken and written, and are willing to travel worldwide in connection with project assignments.
• Excellent analytical skills, a strong customer focus, stress resilience and intercultural competence complement your profile as a team player. 

$$ We are an equal opportunity employer! We promote diversity in all its forms and create an inclusive work environment, free from prejudice, discrimination and harassment, in which all employees feel a sense of belonging. We warmly welcome all applications regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin, social and cultural background, religion, disability and sexual orientation. 

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