MES Syncade – Recipe Authoring (RA) Lead - Remote

Cognizant; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus PTO

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a seasoned MES expert to lead Recipe Authoring within Emerson Syncade for a new manufacturing execution system implementation in a regulated pharma/biotech setting. The role demands strong experience in RA/configuration and strict GxP documentation practices.

You will collaborate with process engineering, automation, QA, and manufacturing to translate requirements into validated MES recipes and ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP 5 throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 7+ years MES experience with 4+ years Syncade RA/config in regulated pharma/biotech.
• Strong GxP documentation exposure.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Recipe Authoring (RA) activities within Emerson Syncade MES for a new manufacturing execution system implementation.
• Design, configure, and author master batch recipes, process orders, and electronic batch records (EBR) in Syncade, aligned to GMP and client SOPs.
• Partner with process engineering, automation (DeltaV/PLC), QA, and manufacturing teams to translate process requirements into validated MES recipes.
• Drive requirement gathering, gap analysis, and preparation of Functional Design Specifications (FDS) for recipe and workflow configuration.
• Ensure all recipe designs comply with 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and the client's computer system validation lifecycle (URS, FRS, DS, IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Act as key liaison with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams (Automation, IT, QA) to align on MES architecture and recipe strategy.
• Support unit, integration, and UAT testing for recipe/process order execution; troubleshoot issues and manage defect resolution through closure.
• Provide EST-aligned support coverage for project delivery, defect fixes, and go-live/hypercare — mandatory regardless of work location.
• Own and maintain technical documentation — recipe design documents, configuration specifications, test scripts, and change control records.

Skills

MES experience

Syncade RA/config

Stakeholder communication

GxP documentation

Tools

DeltaV

PLC

Job description

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

About Us

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.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Lead end-to-end Recipe Authoring (RA) activities within Emerson Syncade MES for a new manufacturing execution system implementation.
• Design, configure, and author master batch recipes, process orders, and electronic batch records (EBR) in Syncade, aligned to GMP and client SOPs.
• Partner with process engineering, automation (DeltaV/PLC), QA, and manufacturing teams to translate process requirements into validated MES recipes.
• Drive requirement gathering, gap analysis, and preparation of Functional Design Specifications (FDS) for recipe and workflow configuration.
• Ensure all recipe designs comply with 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and the client's computer system validation lifecycle (URS, FRS, DS, IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Act as key liaison with client stakeholders and cross-functional teams (Automation, IT, QA) to align on MES architecture and recipe strategy.
• Support unit, integration, and UAT testing for recipe/process order execution; troubleshoot issues and manage defect resolution through closure.
• Provide EST-aligned support coverage (overlapping with US Eastern business hours) for project delivery, defect fixes, and go-live/hypercare support — mandatory regardless of work location.
• Own and maintain technical documentation — recipe design documents, configuration specifications, test scripts, and change control records.
• 7+ years overall MES experience with 4+ years hands-on Syncade RA/configuration in a regulated pharma/biotech environment
• Strong GxP documentation exposure.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills

Compensation

$70,000 to $130,000 + COLA and this position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Application will be accepted by 9/28/2026

Benefits

• 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