Job Title:
Senior MES Engineer
Location:
Westport, Ireland
Contract:
12 Months
Purpose
* Lead and maintain the MES (POMSnet) environment
, including
authoring and maintaining recipes and worksheets.
* Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and solution design
to other MES Engineers.
* Act as the site escalation point
for complex MES troubleshooting and recipe design.
* Provide project and technical leadership
to the MES function.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, create, modify, and maintain MES recipes, worksheets, equipment, and material specifications
, including
phase transition logic
.
* Lead the development and execution of testing, validation protocols, risk assessments, and system documentation
in compliance with
cGMP
.
* Ensure alignment between MES processes and cleaning, equipment, and product procedures
.
* Deliver MES training and manage system access
for site personnel.
* Provide advanced troubleshooting and user support
to ensure business continuity.
* Participate in MES governance forums and knowledge-sharing activities
.
* Support and influence NPI projects
, ensuring MES and hardware requirements are incorporated from project initiation.
* Maintain and communicate MES changes
to other recipe authors.
* Ensure accurate documentation
in line with
cGMP requirements
.
* Support team development
, including cross-training and onboarding of new team members.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives
across quality, safety, environmental, and production systems.
* Ensure full compliance with EHS standards, procedures, and policies
.
Requirements
* Third-level qualification
in manufacturing, engineering, business, or
equivalent experience
.
* Minimum 7 years MES authoring experience
, including
technical lead roles on multiple implementations
.
* High proficiency in MES application, configuration, and system interfacing
, preferably
POMSnet
.
* Strong experience in batch processing within FDA/HPRA regulated environments
.
* In-depth knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements
.
* Strong IT systems knowledge
.
* SAP experience
across
MM, PP, and IM modules
.
* Exceptional attention to detail
with a strong compliance-focused mindset.
*Only candidates with a valid work visa for Ireland or an EU passport will be considered.
To discuss this role in more detail, contact
Corné
at
or
for a confidential discussion.