What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Onsite position at Cognizant?
- Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
About Cognizant’s IoT Practice
Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.
IT Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Overview
Support and enhance manufacturing IT systems (MES, SAP, integrations) to ensure reliable operations, system availability, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and troubleshoot MES, SAP, and integration systems (e.g., Kepware)
- Ensure high availability and performance of manufacturing IT systems
- Lead/support implementation and rollout of new IT solutions
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams (IAI) for site IT/network alignment
- Partner with site teams on projects and cross-functional initiatives
- Enforce cybersecurity standards and reduce system risk
- Provide technical guidance to stakeholders
- Experience with manufacturing IT systems (MES, SAP, or similar)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of system integrations and IT infrastructure basics
- Kepware or similar tools
- Exposure to shop floor/OT systems
- Pharma or regulated environment experience
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000