Manufacturing Systems Engineer – Applications Specialist

Location: Stonehouse

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Production Engineering Manager__Join a collaborative team delivering innovative IT and OT solutions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to understand requirements and design, develop, and support applications across the full lifecycle, from specification through to deployment and ongoing improvement. You will build strong relationships with internal customers while applying your expertise in C#, databases, and web technologies to deliver efficient, high-quality solutions.

We are looking for a proactive, organised, and detail-focused individual who is comfortable working in a small team and taking ownership of their work. You will also collaborate with infrastructure colleagues and provide occasional support cover, offering an opportunity to broaden your technical experience.

Our Team Dynamics Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Your Role and Responsibilities In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

Lead end-to-end application delivery, from requirements gathering and specification through to development, testing, deployment, and documentation

Translate user issues into clear, actionable problem statements and drive timely, effective resolutions

Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day factory system issues independently, ensuring minimal disruption

Prioritise and escalate critical incidents appropriately, maintaining operational continuity

Manage your workload proactively while contributing effectively within a small, collaborative team Deliver a high standard of customer service, building trust and strong relationships with internal users

Ensure compliance with IT policies, standards, and relevant internal and external regulations

Execute tasks in line with defined processes and RACI responsibilities, maintaining consistency and quality

Align local solutions with wider business and IT strategies to support overall organisational goals

Provide guidance and support to colleagues by sharing knowledge and monitoring task progress without formal line management responsibility

Work model: onsite from our Stonehouse location {#LI-onsite}Qualifications for the Role Strong experience in C# and .NET development, including Webforms, Win Forms, WPF, and web services

Hands-on experience with IIS, including setup, configuration, and support

Solid knowledge of SQL Server, including database design and writing stored procedures

Proficiency in web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and frameworks like Angular Degree-level education with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous learning

Experience with Microsoft Reporting Services, XML, or label printing technologies such as ZPL - desirable

Exposure to SAP integrations, including BAPI or RFC interfaces – desirable

Familiarity with Microsoft tools such as Power BI or Power Apps - desirable

Understanding of IT service management frameworks such as ITIL 4 - desirable

Awareness of Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing environments - desirable

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

Competitive salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts…