Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
2. To conduct comprehensive code reviews, establish and oversee quality assurance processes, performance optimization , implementation of best practices and coding standards to ensure successful delivery of complex projects.
3. To ensure process compliance in the assigned module| and participate in technical discussions/review as a technical consultant for feasibility study (technical alternatives, best packages, supporting architecture best practices, technical risks, breakdown into components, estimations).
4. To collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables and accordingly prepare and submit status reports for minimizing exposure & closure of escalations.
Skill Requirements
Caterpillar Plant.
Monterrey, Mexico
Design and implement solutions for collecting data from shopfloor equipment (PLC, CNC, sensors, etc.).
Configure and manage OPC UA servers for secure and reliable data exchange.
Map and configure PLC tags for data acquisition and monitoring.
Ensure machine connectivity using industrial protocols and standards.
Integrate shopfloor data with MES, SCADA, and cloud platforms.
Ensure compliance with ISA-95 and other industrial standards.
Optimize data collection for high availability and low latency.
Implement robust error handling and diagnostics for connectivity issues.
Lead a team of engineers for deployment and support.
Work closely with automation, IT, and data analytics teams.
Act as the primary technical liaison during customer site visits.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Strong experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
Hands-on experience with OPC UA servers and industrial communication protocols.
Deep understanding of industrial protocols such as Profibus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and other machine connectivity standards.
Knowledge of industrial IoT platforms and edge computing.
Familiarity with SCADA/MES systems.
Experience with scripting (Python, Node.js) for data handling.
Understanding of networking and cybersecurity in industrial environments.