MES Deployment Lead - Remote

Cognizant; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an experienced MES Deployment Lead to manage MES installations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in MES deployments, expertise in plant integrations, and strong change management skills. Responsibilities include leading deployment activities, conducting workshops, and managing system configurations. The role requires travel up to 40% for onsite assessments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in MES deployments and manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record of leading successful MES integration and rollout projects.
• Extensive knowledge of MES and MOM applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead MES deployment activities across manufacturing plants.
• Conduct site workshops to capture processes and define workflows.
• Perform fit-gap analysis and configure MES systems.

Skills

MES implementation

Change management

Incident resolution

Configuration of MES systems

Communication skills

Tools

HP ALM

Remedy

SQL Server

Oracle

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced MES Deployment Lead to manage and execute Manufacturing Execution System (MES) deployments across multiple manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in MES implementation, plant-level integrations, and change management, with the ability to lead workshops and coordinate site activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead MES deployment activities across manufacturing plants.
• Conduct site workshops with plant users to capture As-Is processes and define future state workflows.
• Perform fit-gap analysis and multisite comparisons to derive unified core workflows.
• Configure MES systems, assist with data loading, testing, and master data setup.
• Support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), user training, and hyper‑care post‑deployment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and act as liaison between plant, business, and integrator teams.
• Implement MES components (e.g., Savigent, Uniwin, Bartender, PI, PQDB) and integrate with hardware systems (Printers, Scales, PLCs, handheld devices).
• Manage incident resolution and support processes using ITIL tools (HP ALM, Remedy).
• Drive change management activities and represent as Change Coordinator during project lifecycle.
• Prepare documentation including training materials, checklists, job aids, and site questionnaires.

Mandatory Skills

• Extensive knowledge of MES and MOM (Manufacturing Operations Management) applications.
• Experience with MES interfaces to Level 2 (PLC, SCADA) and Level 4 (ERP).
• Knowledge of ISA-95 standards and plant control automation.
• Strong domain knowledge in manufacturing operations.
• Willingness to travel onsite up to 40% for assessments and deployments.

Preferred Skills

• SQL Server / Oracle database experience.
• Manufacturing domain experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Experience Required

• 10+ years in MES deployments and manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record of leading successful MES integration and rollout projects.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.