ATS Company: PA Solutions Requisition ID: 16598 Location: Raleigh, NC, US, 27603 Date: Feb 19, 2026 Senior MES Engineer Job Description Position Summary We are seeking aSenior MES Engineer to support the expansion of our Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) practice and provide on-site engineering support for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in the RTP area, including. This role will serve as a technical leader, delivering MES solutions that support manufacturing efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance in GMP environments. Key Responsibilities + Provideon-site and remote MES engineering support for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations + Lead the design, configuration, and deployment ofMES solutions in GMP-regulated environments + Serve as a technical subject matter expert for MES platforms, supporting production, quality, and IT stakeholders + Support MES lifecycle activities including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, validation, deployment, and operational support + Lead or contribute tochange management, impact assessments, and controlled system updates + Support investigations, root cause analysis, and issue resolution related to MES applications + Lead, mentor, and grow a team of MES engineers, providing hands-on technical guidance, career development support, and day-to-day leadership to build a strong and scalable MES practice + Drive the continued growth of the MES practice by defining standards, establishing best practices, and providing technical leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality MES solution delivery + Contribute to the growth of the MES practice through standardization, best practices, and technical leadership + Collaborate closely with Sales and Business Development to support pre-sales activities, shape MES solutions, and identify new opportunities that expand the MES practice and overall business Additional Information Required Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline + 7+ years of experience supporting or implementing MES solutions in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences manufacturing environments + Strong knowledge ofGMP regulations, data integrity principles, and validated systems + Hands-on experience with one or moreMES platforms (e.g., Emerson Syncade, Rockwell PharmaSuite, Körber PAS-X, or similar) + Experience with MES configuration, integration, and support across manufacturing operations + Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills + Ability to work effectively in an on-site, client-facing role + Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications + Prior experience supporting large pharmaceutical manufacturing environments + Experience with system validation, CSV, and regulated documentation practices + Knowledge of ISA-88 / ISA-95 standards and manufacturing workflows + Experience integrating MES with ERP, automation, or data historian systems