MES Engineer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit

Job Description Summary

Manufacturing environments generate enormous amounts of data but turning that data into meaningful operational insight requires the right systems and architecture.

Draper is seeking an experienced MES Engineer to design and implement Manufacturing Execution System solutions that connect ERP systems, shop floor operations, and real-time production data. In this role, you will partner with manufacturing engineers and production teams to translate manual processes and Excel-based tracking into automated FactoryLogix MES workflows and dashboards, improving visibility, traceability, and operational efficiency across our manufacturing environment.

Job Description

MES Architecture & System Design

• Design and implement MES solutions aligned with manufacturing and business requirements
• Define system interfaces, data flows, and integration points between MES, ERP, and other enterprise systems
• Develop technical specifications, system architectures, and implement roadmaps
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of MES solutions

Implementation & Integration

• Lead MES implementation efforts from concept through deployment
• Configure and customize the FactoryLogix MES platform to support manufacturing operations
• Integrate MES with ERP, shop-floor equipment, and supporting enterprise systems
• Troubleshoot system logic, workflows, and data integrations to maintain operational accuracy

Manufacturing Operations Support

• Analyze existing manufacturing workflows and identify automation and optimization opportunities
• Implement MES solutions for production tracking, quality management, and inventory visibility
• Develop real-time dashboards and reporting tools to support production and leadership decision-making
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven insights

Technical Leadership & Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production Leadership
• Provide technical guidance to system administrators and development teams supporting MES
• Establish best practices for MES development, configuration, documentation, and maintenance

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience supporting manufacturing systems, industrial automation, or digital manufacturing initiatives
• 4+ years of hands-on experience implementing or configuring MES platforms in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with FactoryLogix MES or comparable MES platforms
• Strong understanding of defense or regulated manufacturing environments and shop floor operations
• Experience with database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle)
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as C#, Java, or Python
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, APIs, and middleware technologies

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$75,000.00 - $156,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now

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