Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer

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.
• Maintain high standards of process compliance and actively support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in MES operations.

Requirements

• 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.