Senior Technical Lead - Siemens PLM at HCLTech · Chennai

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Siemens Opcenter Developer to support MES delivery activities across design, configuration, development, integration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support. The resource should have hands-on experience with Siemens Opcenter, manufacturing execution processes, shop-floor integration, SQL/database troubleshooting, and collaboration with business, IT, quality, automation, and vendor teams. The role will support project execution, production issue resolution, documentation, validation support, and continuous improvement of MES capabilities. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, develop, and support Siemens Opcenter MES solutions aligned to business and manufacturing requirements. Participate in requirements gathering, fit-gap analysis, functional design, technical design, and solution review sessions. Configure MES workflows, master data, operations, routings, work orders, equipment, materials, quality checks, and production execution rules as applicable. Develop and support custom extensions, scripts, reports, interfaces, and integrations using approved technical standards. Support integration between Siemens Opcenter and enterprise/shop-floor systems such as ERP, automation systems, equipment interfaces, databases, label systems, reporting tools, and middleware. Troubleshoot MES application issues, transaction failures, data issues, interface errors, performance concerns, and production support incidents. Prepare and maintain technical documentation, configuration documents, interface specifications, test evidence, deployment notes, and support procedures. Support unit testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing, validation activities, cutover, deployment, and hypercare. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, automation, infrastructure, cybersecurity, business, IT, and vendor teams to ensure delivery alignment. Provide regular status updates, risks, blockers, dependencies, and mitigation actions to the project owner. Required Skills and Experience Hands-on experience with Siemens Opcenter MES, preferably Opcenter Execution Discrete, Opcenter Execution Foundation, or relevant Opcenter MOM modules. Minimum 4–6 plus years of MES implementation, configuration, development, integration, or support experience. Strong understanding of manufacturing execution processes, production orders, routing, work instructions, material consumption, equipment integration, quality checks, genealogy, traceability, exceptions, and shop-floor operations. Experience with SQL queries, database troubleshooting, data analysis, and production transaction issue resolution. Experience with system integrations, APIs, middleware, equipment interfaces, OPC/automation integration, or ERP-to-MES interfaces. Experience with programming or scripting technologies such as C#, .NET, JavaScript, Angular, VB.NET, or platform-specific extension frameworks is pr

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide Technical Guidance And Mentorship To A Team Of Developers In Siemens Plm, Enhancing Their Technical Capabilities In Product Lifecycle Management And Increasing Overall Productivity.
2. Conduct Comprehensive Code Reviews And Establish Quality Assurance Processes, Focusing On Performance Optimization And Implementing Best Practices And Coding Standards Specific To Siemens Plm Solutions To Ensure Successful Delivery Of Complex Projects.
3. Ensure Process Compliance In The Assigned Module By Participating In Technical Discussions And Reviews, Acting As A Technical Consultant For Feasibility Studies, Evaluating Technical Alternatives, Assessing Best Packages, And Identifying Technical Risks.
4. Collaborate With Stakeholders To Define Project Scope, Objectives, And Deliverables Within Siemens Plm Initiatives, And Prepare And Submit Detailed Status Reports To Minimize Exposure And Effectively Manage Escalations.

Skill Requirements

1. In-Depth Knowledge Of Siemens Plm Solutions And Their Application In Complex Project Environments.
2. Strong Understanding Of Software Development Methodologies And Lifecycle, Particularly In The Context Of Product Lifecycle Management.
3. Advanced Proficiency In Conducting Code Reviews And Establishing Quality Assurance Processes.
4. Excellent Collaboration And Stakeholder Management Skills To Define And Communicate Project Objectives And Deliverables Effectively.

Other Requirements

1. Relevant Certifications In Siemens Plm Solutions Or Related Technologies Are Optional But Valuable.