Syncade MES Engineer

Cognizant is seeking a Syncade MES Engineer with foundational skills in configuring and supporting the Syncade Manufacturing Execution System. The role involves supporting day-to-day MES operations, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to enhance system functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Configure and maintain Syncade MES objects, including workflows, recipes, equipment classes, custom VBScripts, and xslt stylesheets
• Implement approved changes, enhancements, and new functionality within the MES environment
• Troubleshoot Syncade batch execution issues, data errors, or configuration problems
• Support testing activities such as factory acceptance testing, integration testing, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) as needed
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to gather requirements and translate them into MES changes
• Assist with change control documentation and GMP compliance activities
• Participate in MES deployments, upgrades, and ongoing operational support
• Maintain accurate technical documentation for configurations and changes

Requirements:

• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with Syncade MES (configuration, development, or support)
• Understanding of core MES concepts such as workflows, material management, electronic batch records, and equipment modeling
• Basic knowledge of GMP manufacturing processes and data integrity expectations
• Ability to interpret functional requirements and convert them into technical MES configurations
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Clear communication skills, including writing GMP-compliant documentation
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations in pharmaceutical or biotech regulated environments
• Familiarity with Delta V, SQL Server databases, or integration between MES and automation systems
• Understanding of electronic batch record design, recipe structures, and ISA‑88/ISA‑95 concepts
• Participation in system validation or change control processes