Cognizant

IT Manufacturing Systems Engineer - Onsite

Cognizant$70K — $100K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with manufacturing IT systems (MES, SAP, or similar)
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of system integrations and IT infrastructure basics
  • Familiarity with Kepware or similar tools (nice to have)
  • Exposure to shop floor/OT systems (nice to have)
  • Experience in pharma or regulated environments (nice to have)

Responsibilities

  • Support and troubleshoot MES, SAP, and integration systems
  • Ensure high availability and performance of manufacturing IT systems
  • Lead/support implementation and rollout of new IT solutions
  • Collaborate with infrastructure teams for IT/network alignment
  • Partner with site teams on projects and cross-functional initiatives
  • Enforce cybersecurity standards and mitigate system risks
  • Provide technical guidance to stakeholders

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

IT Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Overview

Support and enhance manufacturing IT systems (MES, SAP, integrations) to ensure reliable operations, system availability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and troubleshoot MES, SAP, and integration systems (e.g., Kepware)
  • Ensure high availability and performance of manufacturing IT systems
  • Lead/support implementation and rollout of new IT solutions
  • Collaborate with infrastructure teams (IAI) for site IT/network alignment
  • Partner with site teams on projects and cross-functional initiatives
  • Enforce cybersecurity standards and reduce system risk
  • Provide technical guidance to stakeholders

Requirements
  • Experience with manufacturing IT systems (MES, SAP, or similar)
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of system integrations and IT infrastructure basics

Nice to Have
  • Kepware or similar tools
  • Exposure to shop floor/OT systems
  • Pharma or regulated environment experience

Compensation: - $70,000 to $100,000 + COLA and 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. Application will be accepted by 6/8/2026

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

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About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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