Systems Engineer - MES

For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology, powering the innovation behind smartphones, computers, TVs, and other devices people use every day. Our success is built on quality, collaboration, and the dedication of our people. Join us and be part of a company recognized worldwide for cutting-edge technology, exceptional service, and strong customer partnerships.

Position Summary: The Systems Engineer – MES is responsible for owning, designing, and maintaining workflows within the Manufacturing Execution System (MES). This role defines how production processes are structured and executed within the system, ensuring alignment with manufacturing requirements and customer specifications.

This individual will establish workflow rules, routing logic, and system controls at the front end of processes, while also auditing and optimizing existing configurations. The role requires a balance of system design, governance, and continuous improvement to ensure the MES environment supports efficient, accurate, and scalable operations.

Location: Boise, ID (US). This is an on-site position, and we are not open to remote candidates at this time. This position will be scheduled Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain MES workflows, including routing logic, rules, and system controls.
• Define and implement workflow paths at the beginning of production processes to ensure accuracy, traceability, and efficiency.
• Translate manufacturing and engineering requirements into system logic and executable workflows.
• Audit MES configurations regularly to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer specifications.
• Identify inefficiencies, gaps, and bottlenecks within workflows and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish and maintain system policies, governance, and best practices for MES use.
• Support system testing, validation, and deployment of changes through controlled test environments.
• Document workflow designs, rule sets, and system changes to ensure traceability and consistency.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to support process changes and new product introductions.
• Troubleshoot MES-related issues impacting production flow and implement sustainable solutions.

Travel: Less than 5%

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of workflow design, process mapping, and system logic within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in SQL for querying, validating, and analyzing system data
• Ability to design, implement, and govern system rules and controls
• Experience with system testing, validation, and use of test environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process efficiency and continuous improvement
• Ability to interpret and ensure adherence to customer specifications within system workflows
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira is a plus

Experience

• 5 years of experience in systems engineering, manufacturing systems, or MES-related roles
• Experience working within a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) environment
• Demonstrated experience owning or supporting workflow design, system configuration, or process optimization in a production environment
• Experience supporting system audits, governance, or compliance initiatives is preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Why Photronics

• Be part of a global technology leader driving innovation for the world’s biggest tech companies.
• Enjoy stability, challenge, and opportunity at a company with more than 50 years of proven success.
• Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment where your expertise will have a real impact.
• Competitive salary and annual bonus program.
• Equity compensation eligibility.
• Full suite of health and welfare benefits.
• 401k with company match.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for team members’ disabilities and religious beliefs or practices.

Agency Notice: Photronics does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from search firms or employment agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee regarding this opening. Resumes submitted outside of our approved agency engagement process will be considered the sole property of Photronics, and no fees will be paid if such candidates are hired. Only agencies with a valid agreement in place with Photronics and assigned to this role may submit candidates.