Entry-level Life Sciences Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Cognizant North America
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Texas, College Station
211 Quality Circle (Show on map)
Jan 03, 2025
Entry-level Life Sciences Manufacturing Systems Engineer About the Role Cognizant Life Sciences Manufacturing is a world leading provider of products and services to the Life Sciences industry. We are focused on improving our customers' performance across the manufacturing enterprise through the application of innovative technologies. Cognizant Life Sciences Manufacturing is embedded in numerous world leading Life Science multinational companies where we continue to deliver superior solutions. We're looking for dedicated, innovative, and driven talent to join our expanding team. Intuition Engineered - Join us! Qualifications Cognizant Life Sciences Manufacturing are currently seeking applications from Graduate Engineers for our Graduate Program in 2024 at Cognizant Life Sciences Manufacturing based in the United States. We are especially interested in receiving applications from students who are working to complete their studies in the areas of: Chemical Engineering Applied Physics and Instrumentation Instrumentation Engineering Electrical Engineering / Electronic & Electrical Engineering Automation and Process Control Software Systems / Development Information Technology / Networking Engineering in Mechatronics Computer Systems Engineering / Software Engineering Biomedical Engineering Electronic Systems / Computer Science Successful candidates will be part of the Global Graduate Program. This Program is an intensive Training Program that consists of Classroom Training, Workshops, Theory and Practical Training. Requirements Degree qualified in one of the areas listed Interest in Data, Automation and the Life Sciences Industry Strong oral and written communication skills are required, with proven ability to communicate and build relationships cross-functionally Successful candidates are expected to be self-motivated and develop an understanding of the business. Experience of working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation or a regulated environment is desirable but not essential. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn about data management in the area of Life Sciences Manufacturing, including data historian, data analysis and the essentials of Good Manufacturing Practice. Location(s) Analysts will be deployed to Cognizant office(s) in Indianapolis-IN; Philadelphia-PA; and Rockville-MD where you will work alongside other experienced Cognizant associates delivering technology solutions. Applicants must be willing to relocate to one of these major geographic areas. While we will attempt to honor candidate location preferences, business need and position availability will determine final location assignment. Start Date(s) Analysts will start in two cohorts - February 2025. If your offer is for January, we will communicate your exact start date at the time of offer. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively. Why Choose Us? Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate's diverse set of backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients. Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is $72,000.00 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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. Work Authorization Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.