Senior MES Engineer | Emerson Syncade | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | Cork
Cork, Ireland (Hybrid)
Long-Term Contract / Permanent Opportunity Available
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior MES Engineer to support a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing operation based onsite at a major production campus in Cork.
This role forms part of a high-performing IT Manufacturing / Digital Operations team supporting advanced API manufacturing processes across multiple production platforms. The position is heavily focused on Emerson Syncade Recipe Authoring, MES development, and electronic batch record (EBR/MBR) lifecycle support within a GMP-regulated environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an MES professional looking to work on complex manufacturing systems within a highly automated pharmaceutical facility.
Key Responsibilities
Process mapping of existing manufacturing processes and translation into MES workflows and recipesDevelopment, configuration, implementation, and support of MES recipes and Master Batch Records (MBRs)Lead recipe design workshops and collaborate closely with Manufacturing SMEs and business stakeholdersExecute MES testing, validation support, and change control activitiesDevelop and configure electronic batch records from concept through final deploymentParticipate in design reviews and coordinate with Automation, Quality, ERP, Lab Systems, and Manufacturing teamsSupport ongoing MES system improvements and continuous optimisation initiativesTroubleshoot MES issues and interface-related faults across integrated manufacturing systemsSupport SOP development, MES documentation, and end-user training activitiesEnsure compliance with GMP, validation, and data integrity standards
Key Requirements
5+ years’ experience working as an MES Engineer within the Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical sectorStrong hands‑on experience with Emerson SyncadeExperience within pharmaceutical API manufacturing environments highly desirableStrong understanding of GMP manufacturing processes and electronic batch record systemsDesignConfigurationTestingDeploymentSupportExperience with change controls, validation, and regulated documentation environmentsStrong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilityAbility to work cross-functionally with manufacturing, automation, quality, and IT teamsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly Beneficial Experience
Integration of MES systems with:DCSSCADAERP platformsExperience within highly automated GMP manufacturing environmentsExposure to digital manufacturing transformation initiativesUnderstanding of batch process manufacturing and ISA-88 principles
Ideal Background
This opportunity would suit candidates with experience such as:
Emerson Syncade MES EngineerMES Recipe AuthorElectronic Batch Record (EBR) EngineerManufacturing Systems EngineerPharma Digital Manufacturing EngineerGMP MES Consultant
If you are interested in hearing more, please apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.
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