MES Engineer

Veriipro; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro is seeking a Senior Implementation Engineer for Tulip MES solutions. The role involves designing, configuring, and deploying digital manufacturing systems in global pharmaceutical settings. Candidates should have 8-10 years of MES experience, particularly with Tulip MES and compliance skills.

This position requires strong collaboration with manufacturing and IT teams, ensuring that MES applications are compliant and functional on the shop floor. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering and hands-on MES implementation experience.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in MES.
• Experience in Manufacturing IT/Digital Manufacturing.
• Domain expertise in Pharma/Biotech/Animal Health manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy MES solutions.
• Integrate MES applications with various systems.
• Support and execute validation activities.
• Monitor and optimize system performance.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and training documents.

Skills

Hands-on experience in MES implementation

Experience with Tulip MES

REST APIs

SQL/Python

Compliance skills (GMP/GxP)

Problem-solving and troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's or Master of Engineering

Tools

Tulip Platform

ERP (SAP)

LIMS

SCADA

Job description

Minimum years of experience: 8-10 years of experience in MES

Education: Bachelor's or Master of Engineering

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience 5–10 years in MES / Manufacturing IT / Digital Manufacturing, 3–5 years hands‑on experience in MES implementation, Experience with Tulip MES (Must).
• Technical Skills Tulip Platform: App building, Workflow design, Dashboard creation. Integration: REST APIs, SQL / Python, Equipment connectivity (PLC/SCADA). Systems: ERP (SAP), LIMS, Manufacturing systems.
• Domain Expertise Pharma / Biotech / Animal Health manufacturing, Batch production processes, Quality workflows, Traceability and compliance systems.
• Compliance Skills GMP / GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, CSV / GAMP 5 validation lifecycle, Data integrity.
• Soft Skills Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting, Effective communication, Ability to work onsite / shop‑floor environments, agile experience.

Detailed Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Implementation Engineer – Tulip MES to design, configure, and deploy digital manufacturing solutions across global pharmaceutical production facilities. This role is responsible for hands‑on implementation, integration, and validation of Tulip‑based MES applications to enable: Electronic Batch Records (eBR), Real‑time production monitoring, Digital work instructions, Quality and compliance workflows. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, quality, IT/OT, and validation teams to deliver compliant, production‑ready MES solutions on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Tulip MES Development & Configuration: Develop and configure Tulip applications to support Electronic Batch Records (eBR), Weigh & Dispense workflows, Equipment setup, cleaning, and line clearance, In‑process QA checks and sampling workflows. Build operator‑facing workflows to digitize manufacturing processes.
• System Integration: Configure and implement integrations with ERP (SAP), LIMS / Lab systems, SCADA / PLC / Historians, IoT devices and edge systems. Develop connectors using APIs (REST), SQL / Python. Ensure reliable and secure data flow across systems.
• Validation & Compliance: Support and execute validation activities: URS / FRS documentation, IQ / OQ / PQ execution, Test scripts and traceability matrices. Ensure compliance with GMP / GxP standards, 21 CFR Part 11 (e‑signatures, audit trails), GAMP 5 / CSV processes. Maintain audit‑ready MES solutions.
• Deployment & Production Support: Deploy MES applications across environments DEV → TEST → PRODUCTION. Perform UAT support, Go‑live and hypercare support. Troubleshoot workflow issues, integration failures, data integrity issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor and optimize system performance, user adoption, data quality. Identify process improvements, reduce manual steps, improve batch execution efficiency. Enhance digital workflows based on plant feedback.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing operations, Quality & validation, IT / Digital teams. Translate business requirements into MES solutions. Support change management and process adoption.
• Documentation & Training: Develop and maintain SOPs, technical design documents, validation documents. Conduct training for operators, supervisors, QA personnel.