Sr. Solution Architect ,Process Automation - ...

This is a remote position open to any qualified applicant in the United States. Sr. Solution Architect, Process Automation (remote) Cognizant are a market leading technology services company, working in multiple industry segments to engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life. Our LSM ISG (Life Sciences Manufacturing Industry Solutions Group) are world leaders in delivering digital transformation solutions to Life Sciences. Through our knowledge and expertise in Process / Batch Automation, MES & Digital, we deliver stable manufacturing systems and optimize to improve operational efficiencies, whilst maintaining compliance. Our specialist engineering teams have the aptitude to deliver and support Pharma 4.0 architectures and solutions covering all IT, OT and IoT applications, infrastructure, and services. We are seeking an senior solution architect within our Next-Gen Solutions and Accelerators function to drive the evolution of our service offerings in process / batch automation systems integration for our clients. This is a strategic role u2013 requiring in depth knowledge of the process and batch automation and the specific technologies used in Life sciences. Are you experienced in delivery of process / batch automation projects to pharma / biopharma manufacturing clients? Are you interested in developing your career with a market leading organization and help us drive significant growth through enabling our clients to provide, affordable, effective treatments to everyone in need when needed. Responsibilities: u2022 Working as part of the Next Gen Solutions and Accelerators team with responsibility for technical solutioning on process and batch automation projects / programs. u2022 Process Automation offering includes responsibility to engineer, design, develop, test, validate and commission the DCS / PLC-SCADA solutions at greenfield manufacturing sites as well as expansions at existing sites. u2022 Develop solution design, execution approach and effort estimates for proposals or RFPu2019s, participate in presentations to clients to share our solution and the values proposition. u2022 Own and enhance the estimation tools and execution methods u2022 Identify, design and develop tools and accelerators to transform engineering and system integration service capabilities, in close collaboration with technical and engineering managers across regional delivery teams u2022 Collate, update and maintain execution methodology documentation. Share the knowledge and best practices within the regional engineering manager and project manager community u2022 Enhance global service capabilities and share the best practices across regional teams u2022 Develop the delivery capabilities for the service, team and assist in selection of right candidates u2022 Develop delivery methodologies and managed service models for process automation offerings u2022 Develop partnerships with leading process automation (DCS) vendors and other system integrators, as feasible and applicable u2022 Manage and maintain track of DCS engineering and other software licenses required and assigned to projects u2022 Closely work with sales and regional teams to define business plans and goals for process automation offerings u2022 Collaborate with consulting team for front end studies, on need basis, gain any new insights and client specific knowledge on the upcoming system integration opportunities Required Competencies, Education and Experience: u2022 Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a strong ability to motivate, manage divergent views & drive collaboration. u2022 Building and leading teams, quantifying resource requirements, working with Talent management and internal stakeholders on sourcing and developing key skillsets u2022 Min 12 to 15 yearsu2019 experience working in system integration, engineering and commissioning of control systems (DeltaV DCS, PLC, SCADA etc.) within life sciences industry to be essential u2022 Good understanding of both control system hardware, software engineering and GAMP5 u2022 Understanding of Servers, Virtual Machines, Thin Clients, Control LANu2019s and networking, is essential. u2022 Experience of working with IT & OT (Engineering, Automation) stakeholders in the delivery of OT solution u2022 Knowledge of ISA95 Enterprise Control System Integration framework u2022 Knowledge of current IT/OT landscape and platform deployment in manufacturing u2022 Experience developing of business case and presentations to senior stakeholders would be added advantage. u2022 Excellent cross functional people management skills u2013 across regions, customers, and 3rd parties. u2022 Proven ability to influence senior Leaders and motive cross functional and regional teams. u2022 Project management / program management experience u2022 Excellent presentation and facilitation skills u2022 Flexible to travel global across US, Europe & Asia, on need basis u2022 Science or Engineering Degree qualification u2022 Post Graduate Qualification in a related discipline to be added advantage. Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until Oct 6th 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $100,470K -$181,000 K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizantu2019s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizantu2019s applicable plans Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2025-10-03