Junior Application Engineer Greensboro

Contec • Greensboro, NC

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

We probably don't need to tell you that automation is the future. At Contec, we make it our mission to future‑proof industrial processes. We are growing rapidly and are therefore constantly looking for new colleagues. Are you ready to help build the factory of the future? For our MOM team, we are currently looking for a Junior Application Engineer . MOM stands for Manufacturing Operations Management (formerly often referred to as MES). The team is mainly focused on digitizing, eliminating paper processes, and automating administrative workflows on the factory floor; providing and enriching the link between databases and ERP systems on the one hand, and automation systems on the other; controlling peripheral equipment; reporting; and dashboarding. Projects from A-Z, this is how we do it! At Contec, we deliver projects from A to Z. Depending on the project, you will either work independently or as part of a team to meet the client's digitalization requirements. Assignments vary widely, so it is important that you are deeply interested in software development and in understanding industrial and administrative processes.

Requirements

• You have a higher degree focused on Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar
• You feel comfortable working in a project-based environment
• You think proactively and solve problems effectively
• You are assertive, communicative and customer-oriented
• You have a driver’s license
• You speak and write English fluently
• You can work both independently and in a team
• You are familiar with AS‑IS/TO‑BE processes, ROI, gap analyses, requirements analysis, and re‑engineering
• Knowledge of these technologies is a requirement: SQL (T-SQL) GIT

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Agile, Scrum, Event Storming, or UML is a plus
• Affinity with concepts within the manufacturing or process environment such as OEE, SPC, CIL, CIP and lean is a plus
• Knowledge of these technologies is a plus: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript C# Automated testing Notion of industrial communication protocols such as OPC, MQTT...

Responsibilities

• As an application engineer, you serve as the bridge between the client and the Contec proprietary MOM application (CPMS). Using input from the client and the functional analyst, complex procedures are prototyped and implemented in the application.
• Listening carefully and understanding customer processes is essential.
• Using best practices and coaching, you guide colleagues and delegate tasks during software development. We strongly believe in knowledge sharing to help each other grow.
• You prepare functional test plans for internal testing as well as customer acceptance testing.
• You configure and set up in-house developed MOM systems for the customer
• You provide support to the customer regarding installed software modules.

Benefits

• With 10 international offices, the Contec Group has about 270 motivated specialists who would love to welcome you to their team. Our flat organizational structure creates an open and transparent atmosphere. Employees can participate in Contec’s shareholder plan and have opportunities to work on international projects across a variety of sectors.
• A strong mix of young talent and experienced colleagues ensures that you receive the right guidance throughout your Contec career; A wide range of training options to support both personal and professional development.
• Flexible hours: start between 7:00 a.m. and 09:30 a.m. and finish between 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Possibility to work from home (1 day/week)
• 15-20 days of PTO (depending on your function level), 9 company holidays and up to 12 days of additional time off using accrued flextime.
• Healthcare
• 401K program
• Company share holder program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level