Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer

AbbVie

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Worcester, MA
Salary
$96,500–$183,500 / yr
Posted
130 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
May 4, 2126

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $174k
This role $140k
$85k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 87% of similar roles. Most pay $154,750–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $140k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer

The Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer joins the operations team to design, implement, and optimize MES solutions across a global manufacturing network. This role focuses on technical design, configuration, integration, and testing of applications for multiple manufacturing modalities while developing best practices, playbooks, and standard operating procedures. The engineer will lead Communities of Practice, mentor junior staff, and drive digital transformation initiatives through process simplification and automation. Key requirements include a degree in Software Engineering, Science, or IT, along with over six years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated environments. Candidates must possess expertise in digital manufacturing concepts, enterprise IT/OT integration, and cGMP compliance. Preferred technical skills include experience with the POMS Aquila platform to solve complex manufacturing process challenges and ensure high-quality engineering solutions within a strictly regulated pharmaceutical production environment.

What you'll do

  • Design, implement, and optimize Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions across a global manufacturing network.
  • Lead the technical design, configuration, integration, and testing of MES applications for multiple modalities.
  • Develop and maintain MES best practices, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Drive template standardization and process simplification using advanced MES capabilities.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
  • Ensure all MES engineering activities comply with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to other engineers and collaborators.
  • Support the delivery of new MES programs through global recipe templates.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Science, IT, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience with MES in pharmaceutical manufacturing, automation, or regulated environments.
  • Solid understanding of digital manufacturing concepts, MES technology operation, and enterprise IT/OT integration.
  • Experience with process improvement, system analysis, and technical documentation in multi-site or global environments.
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, pharma regulatory standards, and quality compliance.
  • Ability to train and mentor junior staff while contributing to network-wide knowledge sharing.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Experience with MES platforms, preferably POMS Aquila (preferred).

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