Project Controls Engineer

Cognizant; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Project Controls Engineer in Indianapolis, IN, with hybrid work options based on project needs. You will coordinate daily execution and maintain schedules for automation and system integration projects within Life Sciences manufacturing, collaborating with the Project Manager and client stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in OT/Automation, hands-on DeltaV experience, and proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project, along with GMP/C&Q familiarity.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of OT/Automation/Controls Engineering within Life Sciences or Pharma manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with DeltaV or similar DCS/automation platforms.
• Experience independently developing and managing schedules for automation and system integration projects.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project, with the ability to coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources.
• Working knowledge of Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) processes in GMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and independently manage project schedules for automation and system integration projects, using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources to align on project timelines and dependencies
• Lead look-ahead, test-status, workstream, and internal coordination meetings across engineering, operations, quality, and IT/OT teams
• Track actions, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across teams to keep projects on schedule
• Support the project through its full lifecycle, from design through testing, commissioning, qualification, and startup, in alignment with GMP and C&Q requirements

Skills

OT/Automation/Controls Engineering

DeltaV

Scheduling experience

Primavera P6 / MS Project

C&Q familiarity

Education

PMP or CAPM certification

Tools

DeltaV

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

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

Project Controls Engineer

About the role

As a Project Controls Engineer, you will make an impact by coordinating daily execution and maintaining schedules for automation and system integration projects in Life Sciences manufacturing. You will be a valued member of the project delivery team and work collaboratively with the Project Manager, engineering leads, and client stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and independently manage project schedules for automation and system integration projects, using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources to align on project timelines and dependencies
• Lead look-ahead, test-status, workstream, and internal coordination meetings across engineering, operations, quality, and IT/OT teams
• Track actions, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across teams to keep projects on schedule
• Support the project through its full lifecycle, from design through testing, commissioning, qualification, and startup, in alignment with GMP and C&Q requirements

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with onsite days as needed. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• 8+ years of experience in OT/Automation/Controls Engineering within Life Sciences or Pharma manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with DeltaV or similar DCS/automation platforms
• Experience independently developing and managing schedules for automation and system integration projects
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project, with the ability to coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources
• Working knowledge of Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) processes and experience in GMP-regulated environments

These will help you stand out

• Experience as a System Integrator working with Life Sciences clients
• Background on large capital projects, manufacturing expansions, or facility startups
• PMP, CAPM, or similar project management certification
• Experience managing multiple workstreams cross-functionally

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.