Associate MES Engineer

NNE; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

NNE is seeking an MES Analyst in Bangalore, India. You will design, configure, test and implement MES solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring GMP compliance and data integrity.

You will work with Process, QA, Automation, IT, Production and Validation teams to translate requirements into MES workflows and documentation. The role emphasizes on-site collaboration five days a week, with limited remote work as business needs allow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering or IT field.
• 3–5 years of MES experience in pharma/regulated environments.
• Hands-on with MES platforms and electronic batch records.
• Familiar with GMP, GAMP5, data integrity and 21 CFR Part 11.

Responsibilities

• Execute MES design, configuration, testing, documentation and implementation for work packages.
• Translate requirements into MES workflows, specs, recipes and config elements.
• Configure MES platforms for electronic batch management and production execution.
• Prepare design specs, config records, test scripts and validation deliverables.
• Conduct unit, integration and user acceptance testing with traceability.
• Participate in workshops, reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Collaborate with Process, QA, Automation, IT, Production and Validation teams.
• Apply GMP, data integrity and regulatory expectations throughout MES activities.
• Support troubleshooting, deviations, corrective actions and deployment.
• Manage priorities and communicate progress, risks and issues.
• Contribute to templates, lessons learned and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Collaborative mindset

Detail-oriented

Communication

Proactiveness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering / CS / IT / Life Sciences

Tools

Körber PAS-X

Emerson Syncade

Siemens Opcenter

Job description

MES Analyst

We are a leading pharma engineering company shaping the future of API pharma engineering globally. Leveraging the expertise of 2,000+ employees across Denmark, India, and the US, we design, build and optimise pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are essential to the health and well-being of patients everywhere.

About The Role

The MES Analyst contributes to the design, configuration, testing, documentation, and implementation of Manufacturing Execution System solutions for pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing environments. The role delivers compliant, efficient, and reliable digital manufacturing solutions aligned with customer requirements and regulatory expectations.

You will collaborate with Process, QA, Production, Automation, IT/OT, and Validation stakeholders to translate manufacturing requirements into structured MES deliverables. The role requires practical capability in MES platforms, electronic batch records, testing, validation, and ownership of defined work packages.

Location: Bangalore, India

Experience: 3-5 years

Department: Manufacturing Operations Management

As a MES Analyst, you will

• Execute MES design, configuration, testing, documentation, and implementation activities for assigned work packages.
• Translate manufacturing and business requirements into MES workflows, functional specifications, recipes, and configuration elements.
• Configure and support MES platforms such as Körber PAS-X or equivalent solutions for electronic batch management and production execution.
• Prepare and maintain design specifications, configuration records, test scripts, traceability information, and validation deliverables.
• Execute unit, integration, and user acceptance testing; document evidence and support defect resolution and retesting.
• Participate in requirement workshops, design reviews, customer discussions, and project coordination meetings.
• Collaborate with Process, QA, Automation, IT, Production, and Validation teams to ensure compliant and practical solution delivery.
• Apply GMP, GAMP5, data integrity, Annex 11, and 21 CFR Part 11 expectations throughout MES activities.
• Support troubleshooting, deviation handling, corrective actions, system deployment, and continuous improvement.
• Manage assigned priorities, communicate progress, and elevate risks, dependencies, or technical issues appropriately.
• Contribute to reusable templates, lessons learned, knowledge sharing, and team best practices.

Who You Are

• Thrive in a collaborative and multicultural project environment.
• Work in a structured, detail-oriented, and quality-focused manner.
• Take ownership of assigned activities and follow through on commitments.
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Are curious, adaptable, and motivated to strengthen your MES and pharmaceutical manufacturing knowledge.
• Proactively identify questions, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Value feedback and contribute positively to team learning and development.
• Are customer-focused, dependable, and solution-oriented.

What You Bring To The Role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with an MES platform such as Körber PAS-X, Emerson Syncade, Siemens Opcenter, or an equivalent solution.
• Good understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, electronic batch records, recipes, workflows, and production execution.
• Practical experience in MES configuration, documentation, testing, implementation, and validation support activities.
• Working knowledge of GMP, GAMP5, data integrity, Annex 11, 21 CFR Part 11, and computerized system validation principles.
• Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into MES documentation, workflows, configurations, and test cases.
• Experience collaborating with Process, QA, Automation, IT, Production, and Validation stakeholders.
• Good analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned work packages while contributing effectively to the wider project team.

Life at NNE

NNE is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. And for all of us who work here, NNE means so much more.

At NNE, you become part of a vibrant, project-based environment built on close day-to-day collaboration. The role is therefore primarily on-site, with physical presence at the workplace expected five days a week. Limited flexibility for occasional remote work may be accommodated in line with business needs.

We are, at our core, a people business and, as such, committed to continuously developing our people and the way we work together. We do not expect you to know it all from day one, and we truly believe a great start makes a real difference. We therefore welcome new colleagues with our award-nominated onboarding programme, supported by a range of in-house talent and development initiatives designed to support your long-term growth.

Fair hiring

At NNE, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a personal photo in your CV.

Deadline of application is September 30, 2026