Senior MES Engineer

Position:Senior MES Engineer
Location:Raleigh, NC On-site
Employment Type:Full-time | Mid-Senior Level
Industry:Industrial Automation
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

Role Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 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.