**About Abbott** Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. **The Opportunity** Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing through cutting-edge software and automation? Join us as an **MES Application Architect** and play a pivotal role in driving full-site digital transformations across global manufacturing facilities. This is a unique opportunity to blend your deep manufacturing expertise with advanced technical skills in JavaScript, C#, and other technologies to build scalable, reusable solutions in the IT/OT environment. **This role will be based in our Offices in Cherrywood, Dublin in the BTS: Business Technology Services** **What You’ll Work On** + Design and develop manufacturing recipes using POMS software across global facilities. + Collaborate with business units, engineering, and infrastructure teams to align MES and automation solutions with business goals. + Act as a subject matter expert in MES and industrial automation. + Implement robust manufacturing systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency. + Integrate MES with PLM, ERP, and shop floor systems. + Create and update POMSnet recipes and base data. + Lead end-to-end process flow understanding, from requirement gathering to recipe development. + Support critical MES enhancement projects including hardware upgrades, architecture improvements, and testing coordination. + Follow Computerized Systems Validation and Software Lifecycle (SLC) methodologies. + Assess technical needs and propose scalable, cost-effective solutions. + Partner with IT functional groups to ensure alignment with long-term system strategies. + Lead technical teams in developing and implementing new products or operational improvements. + Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and system upgrades. + Ensure compliance with corporate and divisional policies. **What You Bring** + **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree preferred + **Experience:** 9+ years in software development and manufacturing systems + **Technical Skills:** + 7+ years of hands-on experience with **C# or Java** + Strong proficiency in **JavaScript** + Experience with **POMSNet** development and support + Expertise in **SQL** , **Web Services** , **Oracle PL/SQL** + Familiarity with **label printers** , **scanner configuration** , and support + **Manufacturing Knowledge:** + Deep understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes + Experience with equipment integration and shop floor systems + Proven ability to implement strategies that improve process efficiency + **Validation & Compliance:** + Experience with **IQ/OQ/PQ** , validation documentation, and execution + Knowledge of **GxP environments** and full **Software Lifecycle (SLC)** Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com