Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
Project Controls Engineer
About the role
As a Project Controls Engineer, you will make an impact by coordinating daily execution and maintaining schedules for automation and system integration projects in Life Sciences manufacturing. You will be a valued member of the project delivery team and work collaboratively with the Project Manager, engineering leads, and client stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
● Develop and independently manage project schedules for automation and system integration projects, using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
● Coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources to align on project timelines and dependencies
● Lead look-ahead, test-status, workstream, and internal coordination meetings across engineering, operations, quality, and IT/OT teams
● Track actions, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across teams to keep projects on schedule
● Support the project through its full lifecycle, from design through testing, commissioning, qualification, and startup, in alignment with GMP and C&Q requirements
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with onsite days as needed. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
● 8+ years of experience in OT/Automation/Controls Engineering within Life Sciences or Pharma manufacturing
● Hands-on experience with DeltaV or similar DCS/automation platforms
● Experience independently developing and managing schedules for automation and system integration projects
● Familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project, with the ability to coordinate directly with client scheduling and controls resources
● Working knowledge of Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) processes and experience in GMP-regulated environments
These will help you stand out
● Experience as a System Integrator working with Life Sciences clients
● Background on large capital projects, manufacturing expansions, or facility startups
● PMP, CAPM, or similar project management certification
● Experience managing multiple workstreams cross-functionally
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Things to know before you apply
- Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
- AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
- Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
- Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
- Inclusion: 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, provincial or local laws.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
