Senior Engineer I, Automation, Technical Development INT

Moderna Therapeutics - Norwood, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Norwood, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Moderna is seeking a Senior Engineer I, Automation, Technical Development - INT, who will be leading the design and implementation of Digital systems within Technical Development for the robust production of Individualized Neoantigen Therapies. As a member of the Digital Technical Development team, this role will require both strong intellectual agility and hands-on technical skill. This position is based in Moderna's Norwood, MA offices. In this role, you will collaborate with digital manufacturing and QC teams to develop an effective and efficient digital process around automation and integration of both manufacturing and lab equipment to various digital systems. You will partner with automation engineers, scientists, lab engineers, and operations teams to effectively support and influence the design and deployment of a robust production of Individualized Neoantigen Therapies. Additionally, you will collaborate with key stakeholders such as Technical and Analytical development, manufacturing, quality, and automation, bringing an operational excellence mindset to help identify, devise, and recommend new opportunities to optimize current processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with digital manufacturing and QC teams to develop an effective and efficient digital process around automation and integration of both manufacturing and lab equipment to various digital systems.
• Partner with automation engineers, scientists, lab engineers, and operations teams to effectively support and influence the design and deployment of a robust production of Individualized Neoantigen Therapies.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders such as Technical and Analytical development, manufacturing, quality, and automation.
• Bring an operational excellence mindset to help identify, devise, and recommend new opportunities to optimize current processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or relevant experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 8 - 10 years of experience working in combination of manufacturing and lab systems in Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology.
• Experience with translating requirements against ISA95 ISA88 structure from I/O (PLC, HMI, lab instruments) to DCS (DeltaV or related) then MES (Syncade or related).
• Strong automation background in DeltaV Control System including both continuous and batch processes. Well versed in S88 batch recipe creation, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Well versed working with BUS technologies including Fieldbus, HART, Ethernet I/P, OPC and classic IO. Knowledgeable in using middleware technologies like Kepware, OPC tools.
• Experience in tech transfer processes between MST, Process Development, Technical Development and Manufacturing.
• Experience with IQ/OQ/PQ validation process for digital manufacturing/lab systems and with computerized system validation activities according to 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11 and other regulatory requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Creative, analytical, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound and timely decisions to achieve expected results.
• Ability to react under pressure to any given situation that may arise, in a professional manner and with positive results, in support of a multi-location environment.
• Ability to work hard to effect change in a dynamic, high standards environment while maintaining a positive approach with management and peers.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build successful professional working relationships.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced project environment.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Benefits

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time and holidays, volunteer time to participate within your community, discretionary year-end shutdown, and paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!