MES Engineer

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Richmond, VA, USA
In-Office
69K-110K Annually
Mid level
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Deploys, integrates, tests, monitors, and supports manufacturing execution and digital platform components. Responsibilities include maintaining production applications, meeting service-level agreements, optimizing platform operations, developing continuous integration capabilities, analyzing performance, and recommending improvements. The role also designs and implements MES solutions for discrete manufacturing, integrates scanners and industrial tools, manages physical and cloud servers, and develops using Java, C#, Python, .NET, MySQL, MQTT, and OPC UA.
Summary Generated by Built In

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Production Engineering Manager

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Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to implement the operating model to facilitate efficient and effective operations of the Digital Platform team and its interactions with different stakeholders. Each day, you will deploy and maintain the digital platform components, including integration, testing, and supporting. You will also showcase your expertise by monitoring applications and services deployed in production and act on issues to ensure Service Level Agreements are met.
The work model for the role is onsite in Richmond, VA. #LI-Onsite
This role is contributing to the Critical Power Product Group in North America.
You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Contributing to ensure that all the operational processes are executed and implemented efficiently across the entire platform.
  • Processing platform optimizations and business growth independently through continuous technical development.
  • Creating a DevOps ‘continuous integration’ capability, in the way the platform is developed and integrated with apps.
  • Assisting with the analysis of existing performance, seeking opportunities to enhance offerings, making recommendations underpinned by data and customer driven insights.

Our Team Dynamics 

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there. 


Qualifications for the role
  • You have 3-5 years years of experience in Computer and Data science engineering
  • Experience in Designing and Implementing Manufacturing Execution system (MES) in discrete manufacturing industry on real time basis
  • Possess an enhanced knowledge of MySQL, Web and HTML, Java, C#, UI, .NET Framework, Python, MQTT, OPC UA
  • Knowledge of integrating barcode scanners, Torque tools, badge readers, Printers with MES and API for open source software's.
  • Experience in design and management of physical and cloud servers
  • Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US. 

What's in it for you  

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger 

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,  race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. 

 

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf 

 

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.  

 

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.  

 

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $68,600 and $109,760 annually.

 

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees 

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico] 

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn more 

 

Health, Life & Disability 

  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.   

  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus 

  • Vision benefit 

  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay) 

  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay) 

  • Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums 

  • Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid 

  • Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paidAbility to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay. 

  • Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance 

  • Paid Parental Leave 

  • Employee Assistance Program 

  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption 

  • Employee discount program 

 

Retirement 

  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions   

  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)  

 

Time off  

ABB provides 11 paid holidaysVacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positionsSalaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy. 

 

More about us 

BB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and
manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

 

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Skills Required

  • 3-5 years of experience in computer and data science engineering
  • Experience designing and implementing manufacturing execution systems in the discrete manufacturing industry in real time
  • Enhanced knowledge of MySQL, HTML, Java, C#, UI, .NET Framework, Python, MQTT, and OPC UA
  • Knowledge of integrating barcode scanners, torque tools, badge readers, printers, and APIs with MES and open-source software
  • Experience designing and managing physical and cloud servers
  • Existing US work authorization permitting employment with ABB

ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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The Company
HQ: Zürich
104,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com

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