Systems Engineer – Level 1

• Support Cook's enterprise-wide manufacturing execution system (MES) software and related systems across design, implementation, and sustaining life-cycle activities
• Work with stakeholders to define business needs and user requirements
• Understand MES design and its influence on other systems
• Participate in and/or lead the design of MES system functionality
• Develop procedures for management and utilization of the MES system
• Coordinate MES system validation with IT
• Develop training materials for new MES functionality
• Coordinate site implementation of MES functionality, including data migration, policy/procedural changes, and training
• Capture lessons learned following implementation
• Document and resolve existing gaps
• Communicate upcoming changes to stakeholders and users
• Communicate and govern MES policies and procedures
• Monitor MES performance data and improvement metrics
• Identify, prioritize, and manage MES system improvement projects
• Assess supplier MES system upgrades and coordinate recommendations with IT
• Draft and update global MES procedures and maintain procedures and training materials as systems change
• Assess compliance with established MES policies and procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and alignment across Cook
• Conduct business with integrity and comply with applicable standards and Cook policies
• Ensure quality, regulatory, compliance, and product-specific requirements are met

• College degree required and/or equivalent relevant work experience in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Chemical, or Biomedical
• Experience across a broad range of MES tools, data, and processes
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision
• Experience working in a global environment / global teams across many cultures and regions
• Experience managing and executing complex projects/programs in an engineering environment
• Legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status)
• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with others throughout various levels of the global organization
• Must strictly adhere to safety requirements
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Must maintain company quality and quantity standards
• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast-paced situations
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements under the ADA

Demonstrates expertise in Manufacturing Execution System (MES) design, implementation, and management, with a focus on compliance, quality, and efficiency improvements. Proficient in stakeholder communication, project management, and training development within a global engineering environment.

• Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Data Migration
• Regulatory Compliance

• MES Design
• MES System Validation
• Data Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Training Development

• Effective Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Professionalism

• Engineering
• Quality Standards
• Global Environment
• Compliance Standards
• Safety Requirements

• MES Tools
• Data Management Systems