MES Senior Engineer (Onsite)

When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life-saving cardiovascular and endovascular technology. As a global leader for over 60 years, we are dedicated to being the heart of innovation to transform cardiovascular care.

At Cordis, we're teammates, not just employees. We embrace an empowered and one-team culture where teammates are inspired to unleash their full potential. With diverse teams on a global scale, we believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients.

If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, transformative and positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you.

We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

Independently or with minimal supervision, performs complex engineering tasks related to the MES system. This role requires sound judgment, initiative, and technical expertise to solve problems, propose improvements, and ensure operational efficiency.

• Must know and follow company policies and procedures related to work activities within their area of responsibility and ensure that subordinates are aware of and comply with company policies and procedures relevant to their work activities and areas of responsibility.
• Complete training in responsibility within the assigned timeframe. Training isrequired for changes and implementations of existing policies and procedures, new functions, etc. Complete any required retraining in areas such as safety and environmental compliance.
• Follow all company safety policies and precautions within the work area. Promote safety to all associates entering the work area.
• Responsible for leading and executing projects focused on reducing variation caused by process and/or MES (Manufacturing Execution System) design, positively impacting business metrics, strategic direction, and financial results.
• Lead technical projects at the manufacturing site and/or with suppliers to improve documentation processes, maintenance, and enhancements within the MES system.
• Provide technical support for the approval and validation of changes and improvements in processes within the manufacturing site and/or with the MES provider.
• Provide technical support for resolving quality issues related to documentation processes within MES.
• Potentially coordinate supervisory activities in MES technical areas.
• Maintain supply chain continuity in matters related to MES.
• For positions with supervisory responsibilities, ensure that subordinates follow all company guidelines related to health, safety, and environmental practices, and that all necessary resources are available and in good condition. Responsible for purchasing and designing equipment that meets safety and environmental requirements.

Responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and ongoing support of MES software, acting as a subject matter expert to streamline manufacturing processes, ensure real-time data flow, and maintain system integrity. Key responsibilities include system configuration, user support, error analysis, system enhancements, integration with other systems (like ERP), project management for MES-related initiatives, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. 

• System Implementation & Configuration: 

Design, configure, and implement MES software, including creating user concepts, managing access, and designing interfaces. 

• System Maintenance & Support: 

Monitor system health, troubleshoot and resolve application and interface issues, and perform system upgrades and patches. 

• User & Stakeholder Management: 

Provide technical support and training to end-users, act as a competent contact for all users, and coordinate with manufacturing, process engineering, and IT departments. 

• Process Optimization: 

Analyze manufacturing processes, develop concepts for solutions within the MES, and map and monitor standardized process flows. 

• Integration: 

Design and operate MES interfaces, working with other systems like ERP, LIMS, and QMS using APIs or web services. 

• Project Management: 

Create project plans, coordinate activities, and manage the implementation of new MES phases and enhancements. 

• Documentation & Compliance: 

Maintain IT applications documentation, including User Requirement Specifications and configuration test plans, and ensure adherence to relevant regulations.

• Reporting & Analysis: Generate reports for business partners and analyze system data to provide insights into production efficiency. 

- May serve as the lead engineer within Operations for the development or review of moderately complex products or take ownership of multiple components or manufacturing processes of significant complexity during product development or revision.

- Contributes critical expertise across multiple product lines, ensuring consistency, compliance, and innovation in MES related systems and workflows.

- Responsible for the direction and development of the MES technical support team, fostering growth, accountability, and technical excellence.

- Plans, conducts, and leads engineering projects or studies, including full-scale initiatives that require advanced knowledge in specialized fields.

- Apply deep and diverse engineering principles and practices within assigned areas, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory standards.

- Coordinates and directs MES technical support activities and may be accountable for the technical development of the assigned team.

- Acts as a key technical leader in cross-functional teams, driving MES system improvements that enhance documentation, traceability, and operational efficiency.

- Ensures MES system design supports scalability, compliance, and integration with manufacturing and IT infrastructure.

- Maintains direct and effective communication with IT teams to ensure MES system alignment, troubleshooting, and data integrity.

Required Qualifications

Requires Engineering Bachelors Degree plus 5+ years of relevant experience.

Postgraduate studies or certifications in automation, MES, or project management are desirable.

Bilingual (English – Spanish) preferable

Efficient modeling of manufacturing workflows within the MES system.

Database management related to the MES system desirable.

- 4 to 6 years of experience in product flow development and / or manufacturing, or equivalent experience.

- Experience in medical product industry is preferable.

- Postgraduate studies or certifications in automation, MES, or project management are desirable.

1. Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of specific MES software (e.g., Critical Manufacturing).
2. System Administration: Strong skills in system monitoring, error analysis, configuration, and maintenance.
3. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze requirements, assess risks, and resolve complex technical and operational issues.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
5. Project Management: Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
6. Preferred Technical Competencies:

• Design and automation of process flows
• Transfer of flows between traceability systems
• Programming language proficiency
• Development and validation of test methods
• Process validation
• Design validation and verification
• Electrical, Electronic, and PLC

1. Knowledge of Company Products and Operations Processes (preferred)
2. Knowledge of the Company’s Quality System

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Cordis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and applicants. At Cordis, our teammates all bring different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one's identity. All our teammate's points of view are key to our success, and we believe inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.