Entry-level Life Sciences Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Cognizant • San Francisco, CA • 6h ago

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 2026 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 following areas:

· 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

New hires will be part of Cognizant's Life Sciences Manufacturing practice's Global Graduate Program, which is an intensive training program consisting of classroom training, workshops, theory and practical training. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn about data management in life sciences manufacturing, including process automation, manufacturing execution systems, data historian, data analytics and the essentials of good manufacturing practice.

Requirements

· Bachelor's degree qualified in one of the areas listed above

· Interest in Data, Automation, Process Control and 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 working in a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation or a regulated environment is desirable but not essential

Location(s)

Analysts will be deployed to Cognizant office(s) or client locations 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)

Engineers will start in May and July 2026 . 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?

The annual salary for this position is $65,000.00 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.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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.

Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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