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- 3+ yrs
- Salary
- —
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- 1
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Resume
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Job description
About AbbVie
AbbVie is dedicated to discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions that address critical health challenges today and in the future. The company makes a significant impact in key therapeutic fields such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and through its Allergan Aesthetics product portfolio.
Role Overview
The Senior MES Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions throughout AbbVie’s global manufacturing locations. This position supports digital transformation and operational excellence under the guidance of the MES COE Lead.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the MES COE Lead and interdisciplinary teams to deliver MES solutions that align with enterprise strategies and standards.
- Lead the technical design, system configuration, integration, and testing of MES applications for various manufacturing processes and sites.
- Create and maintain MES best practices documentation, operational playbooks, and standard operating procedures.
- Facilitate Communities of Practice meetings to promote template standardization and simplify processes using advanced MES functionalities.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to MES engineers and collaborators.
- Champion the adoption of new MES technologies and digital transformation projects across manufacturing sites and networks.
- Analyze manufacturing processes and associated data to identify opportunities for MES-based automation, harmonization, and efficiency improvements.
- Ensure all MES engineering activities comply with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and AbbVie’s operational standards.
- Contribute to governance practices, develop technical documentation, and support training initiatives related to MES solutions.
- Support deployment of new MES site instances by implementing Global Recipe Templates.
- Engage with internal and external partners in technology, automation, operations, and IT to sustain continuous improvement in MES systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Information Technology, Science, or a related discipline.
- More than 3 years of experience working with MES in pharmaceutical manufacturing, automation, or regulated environments.
- Strong understanding of digital manufacturing concepts, MES operations, and IT/OT integration at the enterprise level.
- Proven skills in process improvement, system analysis, and documentation within complex, multi-site global settings.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate across both technical and business groups.
- Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), pharmaceutical regulatory standards, and quality compliance.
- Experience with MES platforms, specifically POMS Aquila preferred.
- Capability to provide training and mentorship to junior team members and promote knowledge sharing.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Additional Information
Accountability: The role is accountable for delivering MES engineering solutions that meet strategic and operational targets established by the COE Lead. It also maintains compliance standards and promotes a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within MES operations.
AbbVie embraces equal employment opportunity and is committed to integrity, innovation, community service, and driving transformative outcomes.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree
Industry
Pharmaceuticals