MES Engineer

AbbVie

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Worcester, MA
Salary
$84,500–$162,000 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Sep 3, 2126

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $162k
This role $123k
$71k most similar roles pay here $207k

This role pays less than 82% of similar roles. Most pay $131,007–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $123k versus about $162k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

AbbVie currently has 297 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $109,500–$208,500 across 271 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · MES Engineer

The MES Engineer joins the Digital Systems organization within a pharmaceutical operation to design, develop, and maintain electronic batch records and recipes. This role involves designing and configuring master batch records using platforms like POMSnet Aquila while managing incident queues and supporting change control activities under GMP regulations. The engineer will translate paper records into digital formats, ensure seamless data flow between MES and enterprise systems like ERP or LIMS, and perform comprehensive testing of new recipes. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C#, Visual Basic .NET, and JavaScript for coding and configuration tasks, alongside knowledge of ISA-88/ISA-95 standards. The position focuses on solving manufacturing challenges by optimizing recipe execution and ensuring high quality control standards within the pharmaceutical production environment through cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you'll do

  • Design, configure, and verify master batch records and electronic batch records within the MES platform.
  • Translate paper manufacturing records into digital formats based on stakeholder requirements.
  • Manage system integration to ensure seamless data flow between MES and ERP, LIMS, and automation systems.
  • Perform comprehensive testing of new recipes and system changes to ensure operational accuracy.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and provide support during live production recipe execution.
  • Author and maintain verification documentation in compliance with GMP and internal quality standards.
  • Lead change management initiatives to drive process standardization and recipe optimization.
  • Provide off-hours technical support for MES systems as required by the business.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, science, or a related field is desired.
  • At least 5 years of significant engineering and/or operational experience is desired.
  • Knowledge of MES solutions such as POMSnet Aquila, PharmaSuite, Syncade, Werum PAS-X, or similar systems is required.
  • A strong understanding of ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards is required.
  • Proficiency in C#, Visual Basic .NET, and JavaScript for MES coding and configuration tasks is required.
  • Experience in the healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceutical, or biologics industries is preferred.
  • Demonstrated competency with financial systems and fiscal control is required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment is required.

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