About the job

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.

About the Role:

The Lab Systems Engineer will work with a team onsite with our client in Dublin and be responsible for the validation of PC Controlled Analytical Laboratory Systems for their facility. The candidate will need to have experience in validation and support of Laboratory systems/IT applications. The candidate is expected to be self-motivated and develop an understanding of the business. Experience of working in a pharmaceutical API manufacturing operation is desirable.

Responsibilities

· Execute and Monitor data backups and resolve issues as they arise in a timely manner.

· Request Security patching updates from Global Team, manage the deployment and resolve issues in a timely manner.

· Build PCs and connect them to network

· Install and configure security tools on PCs

· Perform Disaster recovery testing

· Account creation and password resets

· Administration of vendor accounts

· Perform Security Reviews for Computerized Instruments following up on gaps or discrepancies.

· Execute test scripts, analyze test results and determine the acceptability of results against pre-determined criteria.

· Investigate and troubleshoot problems which occur and determine solutions or recommendations for changes and/or improvements.

· Work directly with Lab Validation Engineers, System Administrators/Subject Matter Experts and Quality Assurance Representatives ensuring ongoing compliance with Lilly Quality Standards and Practices

· Follow all relevant Environmental, Health and Safety procedures and assist in incident investigations as required.

· Recognize the importance of the quality control function in pharmaceutical production, the IT Engineer should display a high level of integrity in the performance of his/her work.

Requirements

· Suitability degree qualified IT/ Automation/ or equivalent engineer

· Minimum 4 years’ experience supporting Lab systems/IT applications e.g. requirements gathering, design documentation, test case development, system & integration testing

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a regulated environment

· Experience working in a Win 7/10/11 environment is an advantage

· Past proven experience engaging business users to ensure that appropriate business needs are clearly defined, communicated and delivered at or above expectations

· Strong oral and written communication skills are required, with proven ability to communicate and build relationships cross-functionally

· Experience of ER/ES and 21 CFR part 11 compliant software desirable

· Experience of using Validation tools, Security tools and Disaster recovery applications

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The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.