We're working with a client who's hiring an MES Technical Architect / Manager to support their global MES program.
 
In this role, you'll help design and build manufacturing recipes within POMS MES across IT/OT environments in Europe and North America.
 
For clarity - POMS MES is a nice to have, and not mandatory. 
 
ANY PHARMA MES Platform experience open to consideration, because....
 
.... You'll need a strong mix of manufacturing knowledge, technical consulting experience, and hands-on implementation skills.
 
You'll be developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a standard MES and automation architecture—always with an eye toward scalable, reusable solutions based on industry best practices.
 
🛫 Important: This role involves regular travel between the US and Europe.
✅ You must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
❌ Unfortunately, visa sponsorship (including H-1B transfers) is not available.

 
 
What You’ll Be Doing:
 
You'll collaborate with business units, engineering, and infrastructure teams to design and build MES recipes and system integrations that support global manufacturing operations.
 
This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll:
 

• Serve as a subject matter expert in MES and industrial automation


• Design and implement manufacturing systems that improve efficiency and reliability


• Work across supply chain and production environments to align technology with business outcomes


• Lead recipe creation and updates (bonus points for POMSnet experience)


• Map process flows, gather requirements, and translate them into scalable solutions


• Integrate MES with ERP, PLM, and shop floor systems


• Support major MES upgrades—hardware, architecture, and process enhancements


• Collaborate with IT and business functions to align system development with long-term goals


• Follow Computerized System Validation and full Software Development Life Cycle (SLC) processes


• Validate system performance, conduct testing, and drive ongoing improvements

 
What You’ll Need to Bring:
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience)


• 8+ years in technical roles, including 5+ years in MES-focused manufacturing environments


• Strong recipe design experience using databases (Oracle, SQL Server, etc.)


• Proficiency in C# or Java


• Experience with global manufacturing systems and large-scale integration


• Deep understanding of SQL, web services, data mapping, and system interfaces


• Bonus: Familiarity with Oracle PL/SQL, scanner/printer configuration


• Prior experience in validated, GxP-regulated environments, including IQ/OQ/PQ and SLC documentation

 
What’s on Offer:
 
💼 Base Salary: $150,000-$200,000
📈 Annual Increase: 3.5% guaranteed
🎯 Annual Bonus: 5-7% of base salary
💰 RUS Incentive: Up to $12,000 per year, performance-based
🌍 Benefits: Excellent corporate package with strong support across health, retirement, and well-being
🤝🏼 Hybrid Working available. 
 
Location:
Chicago, Illinois
Colombus, Ohio
Multiple locations across Minnesota

 
 
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