Project Manager - Experience in Life Science Manufacturing

Cognizant • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking Project Manager who could join our team of professionals in a permanent role.

Requirements

• Understanding of PLC-based systems (Rockwell, Siemens) and distributed architectures.
• Awareness of Industry 4.0 concepts, MQTT data flow, and edge-device integration.
• Experience with Life Science Regulatory Compliance & Documentation (GMP, C&Q)
• Experience managing commissioning and qualification activities in pharma/biotech environments.
• Skilled in coordinating multiple OEMs and third-party service providers.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment during startup.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Schedule Management:
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for automation activities.
• Track progress against milestones and proactively identify risks or delays.
• Activity Coordination:
• Direct day-to-day tasks for automation engineers and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Coordinate vendor activities and internal stakeholders.
• Meeting Representation:
• Act as the primary point of contact for the automation function in cross-functional meetings.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and site teams.
• Documentation & Compliance:
• Ensure all project documentation meets regulatory and quality standards (GMP, C&Q protocols).
• Support audits and inspections related to automation systems.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees