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ABB E-mobility • San Giovanni Valdarno, Tuscany, Italy
Role & seniority: MES Automation Engineer (mid to senior level; focus on MES design, deployment, and continuous improvement)
Stack / tools: Manufacturing Execution System (MES); industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT); Java scripting for custom MES apps; API development (REST/SOAP); BI/tools for analytics; PLCs, sensors/actuators; UAT, documentation, dashboards and reporting
Design, configure, and deploy MES applications for day-to-day manufacturing operations; drive digital transformation
Build interfaces, dashboards, and reporting for real-time production visibility; develop and maintain technical docs and compliance reports
Identify automation opportunities, conduct UAT, provide ongoing MES and shop-floor support, and collaborate across sites and suppliers
Master’s degree in Computer, Electrical, Automation, or Mechanical Engineering
Strong PLC/automation and integration experience; knowledge of industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT)
Java scripting for custom MES apps; RESTful/SOAP API development; data analytics and BI tooling
Fluency in English and Italian; ability to work with cross-functional teams
Experience with industrial data gathering, process control, and real-time performance optimization
Experience diagnosing shop-floor communication issues between devices, PLC lines, test equipment, and MES
Prior exposure to global supplier collaboration and mult
The Maintenance and Smart Application team is looking to add a MES Automation Engineer to support data gathering, manufacturing process control, automation of processes and all the digital tools that enhance manufacturing of ABB E-Mobility products.
In this role you will be driving the digital transformation of production processes by designing and maintaining Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions and processes closely collaborating with Industrial Engineering, Production and Quality teams, as well as a network of global suppliers, to ensure successful deployment, continuous improvement and operational excellence of our solutions.
Your Responsibilities
Design technical requirements, configure, and deploy MES applications that support day-to-day manufacturing operations. Create and maintain clear technical documentation, user guides, and compliance reports to ensure robust system implementation. Build custom interfaces, dashboards, and reporting tools, collecting and analyzing production data for real-time visibility and performance optimization Identified automation opportunities within manufacturing workflows and developed innovative solutions to improve efficiency, minimize downtime, and enhance process traceability Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) for MES features and integrations to ensure reliability and compliance with operational and regulatory needs. Provide technical support for MES and automated shop-floor applications, maintaining and updating systems for performance, scalability, and uptime. Collaborate closely with Industrial Engineering, Production, and Quality teams, as well as global suppliers, to ensure smooth deployment and continuous improvement across sites. Diagnosed and resolved communication issues between shop-floor devices, PLC-based automated lines, test equipment, and MES using industrial protocols
Your Background
You have a Master’s degree in Computer, Electrical, Automation, or Mechanical Engineering
Knowledge of Industrial Protocols: OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, and other communication standards. Knowledge of Java scripting Language for custom MES applications
API Development: RESTful and SOAP APIs for system interoperability. Fluency in English and in Italian
Data Analytics: Using BI tools and analytics platforms for performance monitoring.
Control Systems Knowledge: Understanding of sensors, actuators, and industrial automation hardware. Strong PLC, automation & integration experience Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
What’s in it for you?
Work with the best specialists in their field, in a diverse environment with unparalleled global reach. Feel inspired by our fast growth. You will have the accountability to own your part in enabling a future of sustainable and efficient mobility. You can also count on a competitive compensation package in line with your capabilities and experience. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are at the core of what we do. We celebrate different experiences and perspectives, and we aim to empower everyone in the creation of sustainable solutions for people all over the world. Our individual differences make us successful.
About ABB E-Mobility
ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a partner of choice for the world’s biggest electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline, our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – means we are actively enabling the future of E-Mobility, not just predicting it.