LIXIL is a global organisation undergoing an exciting digital transformation across its manufacturing landscape. We are looking for an MES Developer to join our international team in Albergaria-a-Velha and play a key role in evolving our shop-floor systems, data flows, and production efficiency.This is a high-impact role within a modern manufacturing environment, offering exposure to cutting-edge MES technologies, international collaboration, and long-term career growth.The RoleAs an MES Developer, you will support the full software development lifecycle within a manufacturing environment, ensuring enterprise systems are seamlessly connected to shop-floor operations.You'll work closely with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and IT teams to design, develop, and optimise MES solutions that improve data accuracy, system reliability, and operational performance.You will join a small, international team across Portugal and Mexico, working in a collaborative environment with strong coaching from experienced colleagues. The role also provides exposure to Hydra X, S4 HANA, AI-driven solutions, and modern integration frameworks.Key ResponsibilitiesRequirements & AnalysisPartner with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and IT teams to understand business needsTranslate requirements into functional designs and technical specificationsDesign & DevelopmentDesign, develop, configure, and test MES applications and interfacesImplement new functionality and customise solutions for plant requirementsIntegrationEnsure real-time integration between MES and enterprise systems (SAP, E-Plant)Develop and maintain interfaces, middleware, and communication protocolsTesting & ValidationCreate and execute test plans and validation protocolsEnsure solutions meet quality, compliance, and business standardsSupport & OptimisationProvide advanced technical support and incident resolutionPerform root-cause analysis and implement improvementsMaintain technical documentation and SOPsWhat You BringEducation & ExperienceDegree in Systems Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or similar2–3 years' experience in MES, manufacturing IT, or software developmentTechnical SkillsStrong full-stack development experienceHands-on experience with:C#SQL ServerMicrosoft. NET FrameworkMicrosoft technologiesMES platforms and ERP–MES integrations (SAP preferred)Industrial communication standards (OPC UA, REST APIs, MQTT)Ability to troubleshoot across application, interface, and infrastructure layersUnderstanding of IT architecture and system lifecycle managementNice to HaveAI experienceS4 HANA exposureSAP integrationsHydra or E-Plant experienceJavaGoogle WorkspaceSoft SkillsCurious, proactive, and eager to learnCollaborative and service-orientedCalm under pressure and solution-focusedAble to work autonomously and support critical production systemsComfortable interacting directly with end usersWhy Join LIXIL?Work with modern MES technologies, including Hydra X and S4 HANAHigh-impact role supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environmentExposure to AI, data visualisation, and advanced integrationsOpportunity to influence the future MES landscape in Portugal and beyondClear growth potential as the team expands across additional plantsSupportive, international team with strong coaching and development focusShow more Show less