Automation Software Engineer Job Listing at Flex in Guadalajara, Jal. (Job ID WD201282)

Description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. 

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Automation Software Engineer located in Guadalajara, North one of our major manufacturing sites. Excellent opportunity to create an extraordinary career with a global company the size and scale of Flex.

Reporting to the Director, Automation Engineering, Automation Software Engineer role will be responsible for architecting, designing, and implementing advanced software solutions that enable seamless integration between manufacturing equipment, databases, and enterprise systems. This senior-level position focuses on creating sophisticated connectivity solutions between production machines and business systems to drive data visibility, process automation, and manufacturing excellence. The engineer will architect and develop robust applications for data acquisition, machine monitoring, process control, and analytics using industrial communication protocols and modern software technologies. They will provide technical leadership on machine connectivity projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement enterprise-grade IIoT solutions, develop software and secure APIs for system integration, create advanced data visualization dashboards, and optimize database performance for manufacturing applications. This position plays a strategic role in the company's digital transformation and smart manufacturing initiatives, helping to establish technical standards and best practices.

What a typical day looks like:

• Architect and design software solutions that connect manufacturing equipment to enterprise systems using industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Profinet, EtherNet/IP)
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure management for software development.
• Lead the development and optimization of database applications and stored procedures in MySQL and MSSQL to manage production data
• Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs to facilitate secure integration between manufacturing systems and business applications
• Develop advanced data acquisition strategies for PLCs and other automation controllers
• Create sophisticated data visualization dashboards using Tableau, PowerBi or similar tools to provide actionable insights into production metrics and KPIs
• Implement and optimize Elasticsearch for indexing, searching, and analyzing large volumes of manufacturing data
• Lead IIoT implementation projects for remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and process control
• Design and optimize ETL processes and data pipelines for efficient data transformation and loading into enterprise systems
• Analyze and resolve complex connectivity issues between machines and systems
• Create comprehensive documentation for developments, interfaces, API specifications, and system architectures
• Lead technical discussions in cross-functional project meetings to shape technology initiatives
• Evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies in industrial connectivity and data management
• Lead the software team, using software development methodologies
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers on machine connectivity technologies and implementation approaches
• Establish technical standards and best practices for machine connectivity solutions.

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• BA/BS or equivalent work experience.
• Solid experience in industrial software development with focus on machine data, connectivity and system integration.
• Expert proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, or Java with demonstrated experience in developing complex industrial applications.
• Advanced knowledge of database technologies including MySQL, MSSQL, and data management practices, including performance optimization and security.
• Comprehensive experience with industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, IPC-CFX).
• Strong understanding of PLC programming concepts and advanced data extraction techniques.
• Expertise in RESTful API development, implementation, and security best practices.
• Advanced knowledge of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) architectures, security, and implementation.
• Proficiency with visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar data visualization platforms, including advanced dashboard development.
• Advanced experience with Elasticsearch or similar data indexing and search technologies.
• Strong knowledge of development project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Watterfall, etc.)
• Experience with Software versioning management (Github, Dev Azure, other).
• Experience with development software frameworks.
• Comprehensive understanding of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) concepts, architecture, and integration methods.
• Expert knowledge of data processing, ETL pipelines, and data transformation techniques.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles as they relate to industrial systems and IIoT implementations.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior team members.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated capability in leading major initiatives that may impact multiple sites or customers.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and collaborative tools.
• Demonstrates Flex values and commitment to continuous improvement.
• ation tools (i.e., Git, Maven, SVN, TFS).
• Experience with Application Servers (i.e., Jboss, Payara, Glassfish, Tomcat)
• Rest Web Services Experience
• Intermediate English
• Experience with Databases is also a plus

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Competitive Salary.
• Life & Medical insurance.
• Christmas Bonus.
• Food Coupons.
• Saving Fund.

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Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).