MES Engineer

• Act as Solution Architect for conceptualizing, detailing, and implementing MES solutions for industrial processes and machinery.
• Lead the full lifecycle of MES projects: concept, design, implementation, testing, start-up, commissioning, qualification (Life-Science industry).
• Integrate PLC/DCS, historian technology, reporting systems, relational databases, ERP systems.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and related Life-Science regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and guide engineers/technicians; may serve as Project Manager for smaller projects.
• Participate in trade shows and associations to support business development initiatives.

Experience Required:8- 10+ years in MES (at least 4 years in Life-Science MES) Education:Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Sciences Relocation:No Visa Sponsorship:Not eligible, We are seeking a Senior MES Engineer with strong expertise in MES solution design and configuration and integration to Level 2 & 4 systems. The role requires direct interaction with customers, leading teams, and delivering end-to-end MES solutions. This is a leadership position that combines technical depth, project delivery, and the ability to guide junior engineers while supporting business development activities., * Based in North Carolina, willing to travel up to 25%.

• 8 - 10+ years total MES experience with 4+ years in Life-Science MES.
• Hands-on experience with Werum PAS-X, Sepasoft, or POMS.
• Proven System Architect experience in greenfield and brownfield MES deployments.
• Familiarity with GAMP5, S88, S95 standards and EBR recipe design.
• Strong understanding of IT/OT networking, historian technology, reporting systems, SQL/Oracle databases.
• Excellent technical communication and project-leadership skills.

Note for Candidates: We are looking for an experienced professional ready to lead projects, deliver innovative MES solutions, and drive efficiency for industrial automation environments in the Life-Science sector.

Skills: Automation, Biology, Brownfield Redevelopment, Business Development, Code of Federal Regulations, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Customer Relations, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Oracle Database, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Lifecycle, Project/Program Management, Recipe Development, Regulatory Requirements, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SQL Databases, Startup, System Architecture, Team Lead/Manager, Testing, Trade Shows, Willing to Travel