Job Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Associate Tulip (Manufacturing Execution System/MES) Engineer to join a leading space technology company located in Midland, Texas through 100% onsite work. The Associate Tulip MES Engineer will configure, maintain, and enhance Tulip-based MES applications to streamline manufacturing processes, improve data visibility, and support system integrations.
Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain Tulip MES applications for production workflows.
• Design and optimize user interfaces, dashboards, and automated workflows.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to gather requirements and implement MES solutions.
• Integrate Tulip with enterprise systems such as ERP, PLM, and shop floor equipment.
• Troubleshoot MES-related issues and provide end-user support.
• Document system configurations, designs, and standard operating procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using MES tools.
• Ensure compliance with data integrity, cybersecurity, and validation standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-5 years in MES, manufacturing systems, or related software engineering roles.
• Technical Skills: Tulip MES platform (app building, connectors, triggers, dashboards), ERP/PLM integrations, APIs, Node.js, Power BI.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Exposure to manufacturing or aerospace environments; understanding of lean manufacturing and digital transformation concepts.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Compensation:

• Salary: $85,000/ year (+ depending on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
• Other benefits: relocation assistance (up to $10,000), unlimited PTO after 90 days, Restricted Stock Units at date of hire, monthly meal allowance and stipend (additional $1000 monthly)
• Clearance Level: Must be eligible to work in the United States and pass a background check
• Location: 100% onsite in Midland, TX

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