Freelance MES/SAP Interface & Support Engineer

Project overview

As part of an ongoing automation project at a leading pharmaceutical company, support is urgently needed for reprogramming the control system as well as structuring and further developing the interface layer between the control system and SAP. The project aims to bring in additional technical capacity and seniority, accelerate implementation, and create a robust foundation for long-term MES implementation. As an experienced Interface & Support Engineer, you will contribute to the optimization of critical production systems in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and system integration
• Experience with IT/OT architectures and shopfloor automation
• Understanding of production processes and their connection to SAP systems
• Confident knowledge of SQL databases and SAP interfaces
• Experience in the AVEVA/Wonderware and batch system environment
• Completed apprenticeship or degree in IT/automation technology or equivalent background
• Structured, eager-to-learn, and practice-oriented way of working with a hands-on mentality
• Fluent German and English
• Pharmaceutical experience is desirable, but not a must

Project details

Your Responsibilities

• Project Start: As soon as possible (ASAP)
• Project Duration: 18 months (with option for extension)
• Location: Frankfurt metropolitan area
• Workload: Full-time, 3-4 days per week on-site, remaining time possible remotely
• Operational implementation of concepts and technical specifications developed by the Interface Lead
• Analysis and structuring of existing interface functions and their optimization
• Contribution to the integration between shopfloor/control system level, MES, and SAP
• Taking over support and maintenance tasks in the interface environment
• Close collaboration with the Interface Lead, IT, Engineering, and Production teams
• Technical documentation and knowledge transfer
• Start: ab sofort
• Duration: 18 Monate
• Remote: hybrid
• Location: Großraum Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland, DE
• Languages: German, English