Field Support Engineer

Cognizant is a world leader in delivering digital transformation solutions to Life Sciences. Through our knowledge and expertise in Automation, MES & Digital, we deliver stable manufacturing systems that are optimized to improve operational efficiencies, whilst maintaining compliance.

Our specialist engineering teams have the aptitude to deliver and support Pharma 4.0 architectures and solutions covering all IT, OT and IoT applications, infrastructures and services.

Operating across 5 continents and with over 300.000 skilled employees, Cognizant partners with the leading Life Sciences companies globally to provide performance improvements, reduced costs and improve time to market. We are your single end to end partner for consultancy, design implementation, optimization and support for all applications in the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Manufacturing stack.

We're looking for dedicated, innovative and driven talent to join our expanding team.

We are looking to add an experienced Field Hardware Support Engineer to the team of our pharmaceutical client based in Dublin.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot field issues with hardware and communications set e.g. CHARMS,
• cabling, I/O configuration, Ethernet Addressing
• Support CM SATs throughout project commissioning and qualification phase
• Complete system updates to correct issues identified under site change process
• Provide Knowledge Transfer to site team on hardware setup and configuration
• Liaise with site electrical contractor during investigations to identify root cause of issues and solutions
• Co-ordination of tasks to ensure timely delivery
• Communication of status with site team & management

Requirements:

• 4 years + DeltaV experience, with previous site within the life sciences industries
• A BSc/BEng/BA Degree or equivalent experience with advanced degree.
• Experience designing and programming control systems with emphasis on DeltaV DCS.
• S88 batch process control within the (Bio)Pharma sector.
• Lead teams of Engineers and manage the Project Resources Scheduling Task assignments Client interaction co-ordination amongst different vendors co-ordination between front office team and remote engineering office teams.
• Batch Process upgrading on DeltaV platform for Pharmaceutical clients.- Interact with customer for Reviewing Design Specifications and Test Specifications.
• Working knowledge of other control system platforms desirable e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Unicorn etc.
• Experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA an advantage.
• Knowledge and familiarity with regulated industry standards, including exposure to cGMP, GAMP and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. and Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project.

To apply for this inclusive and collaborative Field Hardware Support Engineer job, do not hesitate to contact Cognizant today.

At Cognizant, we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we are dedicated to making a lasting impact. Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineer's modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we are improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.