ATS Corporation

MES Opcenter Pharma Engineer (m/f/d)

ATS Corporation  •  Kingdom of Belgium (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

To support a large-scale Manufacturing Execution System (MES) transformation program at one of our Customers, we are looking for a Medior to Senior MES Opcenter Pharma Engineer (m/f/d)

You will play a key role in the design, configuration, validation, and deployment of Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. You will work closely with process experts, QA, IT, automation, and business stakeholders to translate manufacturing requirements into compliant and robust MES solutions.

Your responsibilities:

MES Design & Implementation

  • Design, configure, and implement Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma solutions aligned with shop-floor manufacturing processes
  • Translate User Requirements (URS) into functional and technical MES design
  • Configure electronic batch records (EBR), workflows, recipes, material tracking, and equipment modeling
  • Support integration with DCS/PLC systems, ERP (e.g. SAP), and other manufacturing systems

Project & Delivery Support

  • Participate in full MES project lifecycle: analysis, design, build, testing, deployment, and hypercare
  • Contribute to technical discussions with both business and IT stakeholders
  • Support system deployment across different manufacturing areas or sites (as applicable)

Validation & Compliance

  • Ensure MES solutions comply with GMP, GAMP5, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
  • Support CSV activities including risk assessments, specifications, test protocols, and deviation handling
  • Align with quality standards, SOPs, and validation frameworks

Testing & Go Live

  • Prepare and execute FAT/SAT, integration testing, and UAT support
  • Support manufacturing during go live and ramp up phases
  • Troubleshoot MES-related issues in collaboration with IT, QA, and operations

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

  • Act as a technical reference within the MES team
  • Coach and support more junior MES engineers (senior profiles)
  • Document solutions and contribute to standardization and best practices

Your Profile:

  • Sound experience of multiple years working with MES systems in a pharmaceutical or life sciences environment
  • Proven hands on experience with Siemens Opcenter Execution Pharma
  • Strong understanding of pharma manufacturing processes (batch manufacturing, materials management, equipment modeling)
  • Experience with MES integrations (ERP, automation, serialization is a plus)
  • Solid understanding of GMP, GAMP 5, and CSV principles
  • Familiarity with electronic records, audit trails, and system security concepts
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders
  • Comfortable working in large, structured enterprise programs
  • Proactive mindset and ownership mentality
  • Business Fluency in English, able to communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders
  • Dutch/Flemish and French business fluency are advantage

Nice to Have / Assets

  • Experience working in large pharma programs
  • Experience with Siemens Opcenter Execution Core / MBR Designer
  • Knowledge of ISA 95 / ISA 88 concepts
  • Experience in multi-site MES rollouts
  • Previous exposure to DCS/PLC environments
ATS Corporation

About ATS Corporation

HELPING ADVANCE THE FUTURE

ATS is an industry leader in planning, designing, building, commissioning and servicing automated manufacturing and assembly systems — including automation products and test solutions — for a broadly-diversified base of customers. ATS’ reputation, knowledge, global presence and standard automation technology platforms differentiate the Company and provide competitive advantages in the worldwide manufacturing automation market for life sciences, food and beverage, consumer products, transportation, and energy. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 7,500 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. The Company’s website can be found at www.atsautomation.com. The Company’s common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) and the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) under the symbol ATS.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Cambridge, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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