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MES Engineer-Life Sciences

Smart Tech

Raleigh, NC 27610 • $120,000 to $150,000 / yr • 10/9/2026

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer with hands-on experience in Emerson Syncade and/or Rockwell FactoryTalk PharmaSuite within a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate understands how MES technology supports pharmaceutical manufacturing, electronic batch records, production workflows, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, configure, implement, and support MES applications using Emerson Syncade and/or Rockwell PharmaSuite.

    The official product name is Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk PharmaSuite, commonly referred to as:

    • PharmaSuite

    • FactoryTalk PharmaSuite

    • Rockwell PharmaSuite

    • FTPS

  • Develop and maintain Electronic Batch Records (EBR/eBR) and Master Batch Records (MBR).

  • Support MES integration with manufacturing automation systems, ERP, and other plant systems.

  • Troubleshoot MES issues and support system improvements, upgrades, and implementations.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Automation, Engineering, Quality, and Validation teams.

  • Ensure systems and documentation comply with GMP, GxP, and applicable FDA regulations.

Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience with Emerson Syncade and/or Rockwell FactoryTalk PharmaSuite.

  • MES experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, or related regulated life sciences manufacturing.

  • Experience configuring, developing, implementing, or supporting MES solutions.

  • Familiarity with Electronic Batch Records, recipe configuration, and manufacturing workflows.

  • Understanding of GMP, GxP, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.

  • Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or related technical background.

Highly Desirable
  • Direct experience with both Syncade and PharmaSuite.

  • Emerson DeltaV, PLC, SCADA, or other manufacturing automation systems.

  • Computer System Validation (CSV), IQ/OQ/PQ, and GAMP 5.

  • Integration with SAP, ERP, LIMS, or other manufacturing systems.

  • Experience with MES deployments, system migrations, or pharmaceutical facility expansions.