AbbVie

Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer

AbbVie$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Science, IT, or related field.
  • 6+ years experience with MES in pharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated environments.
  • Solid understanding of digital manufacturing concepts and MES technology operation.
  • Experience with process improvement and technical documentation in multi-site environments.
  • Ability to collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively across business and technology.
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, pharma regulatory standards, and quality compliance.
  • Experience with MES platforms preferably POMS Aquila.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality MES solutions.
  • Lead the design, configuration, integration, and testing of MES applications.
  • Develop and maintain MES best practices, playbooks, and SOPs.
  • CHAMPION standardization and process simplification through Communities of Practice.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to MES engineers.
  • Support the adoption of new MES technology and digital initiatives.
  • Analyze manufacturing processes for MES-driven improvements.

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
  • Participation in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer will design, implement, and optimize Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions across AbbVie's global manufacturing network, directly supporting the MES COE Lead's strategic vision for digital transformation and operational excellence.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Manager, MES and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality MES solutions aligned with enterprise strategy and standards.
  • Lead technical design, configuration, integration, and testing of MES applications for multiple manufacturing modalities and sites
  • Develop, document, and maintain MES best practices, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Lead Communities of Practice (COP) meetings across AbbVie's processes and Champion template standardization and process simplification using advanced MES capabilities.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to MES engineers and collaborators.
  • Support Adoption of New MES technology and digital transformation initiatives at the site and network levels.
  • Analyze manufacturing processes and data to identify areas for MES-driven process improvement, automation, and harmonization.
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and AbbVie's ways of working in all MES engineering activities.
  • Contribute to governance, technical documentation, and training programs for MES solutions.
    Support New Instance MES program delivery through Global Recipe Templates.
    Engage with internal and external partners (technology, automation, operations, IT) to support MES initiatives and continuous improvement.
  • Responsible for delivering high-quality MES engineering solutions that achieve strategic and operational goals set by the COE Lead.
    Maintains high standards of process compliance and actively supports a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in MES operations.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Science, IT, or related field.
  • 6+ years 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/global environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively across business and technology.
  • Working knowledge of cGMP, pharma regulatory standards, and quality compliance.
  • Experience with MES platforms preferably POMS Aquila
  • Ability to train/mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing across the network.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.


Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
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