Senior MES Engineer

ATS Company: PA Solutions Requisition ID: 16598 Location: Raleigh, NC, US, 27603 Date: Mar 20, 2026 Senior MES Engineer Job Description Position Summary We are seeking a Senior MES Engineer to support the expansion of our Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) practice and provide on-site engineering support for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in the RTP area, including. This role will serve as a technical leader, delivering MES solutions that support manufacturing efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance in GMP environments. Key Responsibilities * Provide on-site and remote MES engineering support for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations * Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of MES solutions in GMP-regulated environments * Serve as a technical subject matter expert for MES platforms, supporting production, quality, and IT stakeholders * Support MES lifecycle activities including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, validation, deployment, and operational support * Lead or contribute to change management, impact assessments, and controlled system updates * Support investigations, root cause analysis, and issue resolution related to MES applications * Lead, mentor, and grow a team of MES engineers, providing hands-on technical guidance, career development support, and day-to-day leadership to build a strong and scalable MES practice * Drive the continued growth of the MES practice by defining standards, establishing best practices, and providing technical leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality MES solution delivery * Contribute to the growth of the MES practice through standardization, best practices, and technical leadership * Collaborate closely with Sales and Business Development to support pre-sales activities, shape MES solutions, and identify new opportunities that expand the MES practice and overall business Additional Information Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline * 7+ years of experience supporting or implementing MES solutions in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences manufacturing environments * Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, data integrity principles, and validated systems * Hands-on experience with one or more MES platforms (e.g., Emerson Syncade, Rockwell PharmaSuite, Körber PAS-X, or similar) * Experience with MES configuration, integration, and support across manufacturing operations * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills * Ability to work effectively in an on-site, client-facing role * Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications * Prior experience supporting large pharmaceutical manufacturing environments * Experience with system validation, CSV, and regulated documentation practices * Knowledge of ISA-88 / ISA-95 standards and manufacturing workflows * Experience integrating MES with ERP, automation, or data historian systems Nearest Major Market: Raleigh

Created: 2026-04-02