Alcon
Manufacturing
MESSolutionArchitect
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“MES Solution Architect at Alcon. Skills: Opcenter Solution Architecture, MES Customization, Integrations. Conduct fit-gap analysis. Design end-to-end MES solutions”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure Opcenter is technically robust; Ensure Opcenter is well-integrated; Ensure Opcenter is aligned with shop-floor reality; Connect manufacturing operations to enterprise systems; Support scalability, compliance, and continuous improvement; Enable reliable, scalable, and seamless shop-floor functionality; Ensure Opcenter aligns with manufacturing processes; Ensure Opcenter aligns with enterprise systems; Ensure Opcenter aligns with digital transformation initiatives; Ensure solutions align with ISA-95 principles; Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards; Maintain system stability; Ensure reuse, consistency, and maintainability across sites; Ensure data integrity, reliability, performance, and traceability across integrated systems; Support release readiness; Maintain production stability; Optimize system performance; Optimize data flow; Optimize user experience
Industry & Context.
System-thinking and problem-solving skills; Analytical skills
Work hours: 1 PM to 10 PM IST, Relocation assistance: Yes
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT Technology, or related technical field (or equivalent experience), Minimum 8-10 years of experience working with Siemens Opcenter / Camstar MES solutions, Hands-on experience designing and implementing MES customizations and integrations, understanding of MES architecture, manufacturing systems, and shop-floor operations, Experience with integration technologies (REST/SOAP APIs, messaging, web services), Proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts, Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
Nice to Have
Experience with Opcenter Execution (Discrete, Process, or Medical/Pharma), Experience working in regulated or validated environments (GxP, FDA, ISO), Familiarity with ERP, PLM, SCADA, and industrial automation systems, Knowledge of CN MOM / CIO, Solution Configuration / Build with Designer / Portal Studio, Exposure to ITIL processes and tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira)
What You'll Do.
Conduct fit-gap analysis
Design end-to-end MES solutions
Develop solution blueprints
Design and build Opcenter customizations
Develop custom business logic
Support MES enhancement extensions
Contribute to common MES code base
Architect and implement integrations
Design and develop interfaces
Ensure data integrity
Support MES deployment activities
Develop and execute technical test scripts
Participate in ITIL processes
Translate business requirements
Troubleshoot and resolve MES issues
Support Opcenter upgrades
Identify optimization opportunities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, IT, OT, and external vendors; Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer; Work effectively in a global, matrixed organization
Communication Scope
Clear communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders; Presentation skills
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple enhancements or initiatives
Full Job Description
**Summary of Position:** This role enables digital manufacturing by ensuring Opcenter is technically robust, well‑integrated, and aligned with shop‑floor reality. The Solution Architect plays a critical role in connecting manufacturing operations to enterprise systems while supporting scalability, compliance, and continuous improvement. As an **Opcenter Solution Architect** you will support the Siemens Opcenter MES rollout across Alcon’s diverse manufacturing sites. The Siemens Opcenter Solution Architect is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing MES customizations and integrations that enable reliable, scalable, and seamless shop‑floor functionality. This role bridges manufacturing operations, IT, and OT by translating business and operational requirements into robust technical solutions within the Siemens Opcenter ecosystem. The Solution Architect focuses on solution design, system extensions, integrations, and technical governance, ensuring Opcenter aligns with manufacturing processes, enterprise systems, and digital transformation initiatives. **Key Responsibilities:** **Solution Architecture & Design** * Conduct fit‑gap analysis to evaluate manufacturing requirements against Opcenter standard capabilities. * Design end‑to‑end MES solutions that support manufacturing operations, traceability, quality, and compliance. * Develop solution blueprints, system architectures, data models, and technical design documentation. * Ensure solutions align with ISA‑95 principles and enterprise architecture standards. **MES Customization & Extensions** * Design and build Opcenter customizations including services, rules, events, extensions, and UI components. * Develop custom business logic, data structures, and user interactions to support shop‑floor needs. * Support and manage MES enhancement and customization extensions while maintaining system stability. * Contribute to a common MES code base to ensure reuse, consistency, and maintainability across sites. *
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