MES Technical Engineer

About the Role: Seeking a Technical Engineer experienced in setting up manufacturing execution solutions on a pharmaceutical shop floor. This is strictly a W2 opportunity. While this role is remote, candidates in Chicago are given preference.

Responsibilities: Supports the deployment, standardization, and operational readiness of MES environments across client's manufacturing sites. This role focuses on imaging, workstation configuration, application deployment, and device readiness to ensure MES end user computing solutions are secure, compliant, and reliable at global sites. Subject Matter Expert that executes deployment tasks for MES solutions, including site rollout support, technical readiness, and post-deployment stabilization Assist with standard deployment templates, reporting, inventory tracking, and configuration management Support change management and validation documentation activities Support configuration, validation, and testing activities associated with MES implementation Coordinate with manufacturing sites and support teams to ensure deployment execution aligns with approved requirements Ensure deployment work follows client's security, quality, validation, and compliance standards Working closely with MES engineers, site teams, validation, quality, infrastructure, and vendors, this role supports the rollout of standardized Windows images, Group Policy configurations, SCCM-based application deployment, and other deployment-related activities required to enable stable MES operations. Troubleshoot and document deployment-related issues involving software, hardware, network connectivity, and interfaces Partner with sites to support modernization efforts, including replacement of legacy devices and connectivity improvements Provides technical design, implementation and life cycle support of solutions in a specific technology field or discipline (e.g. network LAN/WAN, server, desktop, etc.)Applies IT knowledge, specialized technical experience, research, and analysis to create technical solution specification that meets requirements. Knowledgeable in common tools that support area of expertise Drives implementation and provides technical support for escalated operational incidents and problems. Monitors and reports task assignment progress and status as required and escalates risks and issues to key stakeholders. Proactively identifies opportunities for continuous improvement by evaluating new technologies, tools and engineering methods that are applicable within area of responsibility and expertise.

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Technical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or similar.

Required Skills: Must have experience with MES, and GXP.Experience in manufacturing execution systems Must have strong communication skills, good problem solving skills and be forward thinking.

Preferred Skills: Experience with POMSnet is highly preferred. Deep technical knowledge of POMSnet