Designs, configures, integrates, tests, and optimizes MES solutions across AbbVie’s global pharmaceutical manufacturing network. Leads technical standards, templates, documentation, governance, training, and Communities of Practice while supporting digital transformation and process improvement. Collaborates with manufacturing, automation, IT, and external partners; ensures cGMP and regulatory compliance; and mentors MES engineers and other contributors.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job DescriptionThe Senior MES 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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the MES COE Lead 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.
- Analyse 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.
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Science, IT, or related field.
- 3+ 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
Ownership & Accountability:
- 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.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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