JOBTITLE: Process Engineering Senior Specialist  

LOCATION: 50 Norther Ave., Boston, Massachusetts 02210 

OPENINGS: 1 

DUTIES:  

• Develop & deploy data analytics solutions across manufacturing platforms and products at Vertex and at partner organizations. 

• Enable the development of novel analytical capabilities, by providing frameworks for the high-level approach and establishing robust processes for technical and statistical implementation.  

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the approach is tailored to the specific business needs and question.  

• Work closely with process and PAT engineers in MS&T to develop multivariate data analyses, machine learning models, mechanistic models, and simulations for characterization of processes at multiple scales.  

• Work closely with development partners to pioneer new approaches to monitoring and control, including advanced data analytics, multivariate modeling, and machine learning driven predictive algorithms.  

• Collaborate with process engineers in digital twin initiatives as a subject matter expert to ensure modeling projects meet the needs of MS&T.  

• Collaborate effectively within a matrix environment, with process engineers across various scientific disciplines and departments to develop a strategy and appropriate goals for data science work.  

• Author, review, and approve technical documentation.  

• Assist with troubleshooting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and online measurements in commercial manufacturing.  

• Assist with and lead resolution of quality investigations.  

• Support the development of tools and standards for department functions, including process monitoring dashboards and standardized methodologies for modeling and reporting.  

• Drive best practices for trend analysis and continuous process improvement. 

Telecommuting permitted up to 40%. 

REQUIREMENTS:   Employer will accept a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Process Engineering Senior Specialist-related occupation.  

Position requires demonstrable experience in the following: 

•  Comprehensive understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) within regulated pharmaceutical environments.  
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders, through presentations and reports.  
• Expertise in applying statistical and computational methods for process characterization, advanced data analysis, predictive modeling, and automated reporting, including integration with automation platforms.  
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.  
• Proficiency in monitoring process performance, developing control strategies, conducting root cause analyses, and supporting investigations to maintain compliance and optimize operations.  
• Strong capability in advanced data modeling and analytical techniques to extract insights and drive initiatives that foster innovation and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.  
• Experience may be gained during graduate program. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.  

Telecommuting permitted up to 40%. 

Rate of Pay: $114088.00 - $151200.00