
Pharmaceutical company.
Senior Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Engineer at AbbVie
About the role
The Manufacturing Execution Systems Engineer will design, implement, and optimize Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions across Abb Vie’s global manufacturing network, directly supporting the MES COE Lead’s strategic vision for digital transformation and operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with the Manager, MES and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality MES solutions aligned with enterprise strategy and standards.
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Lead technical design, configuration, integration, and testing of MES applications for multiple manufacturing modalities and sites
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Develop, document, and maintain MES best practices, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
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Lead Communities of Practice (COP) meetings across Abb Vie’s processes and Champion template standardization and process simplification using advanced MES capabilities.
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Provide technical leadership and mentorship to MES engineers and collaborators.
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Support Adoption of New MES technology and digital transformation initiatives at the site and network levels.
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Analyze manufacturing processes and data to identify areas for MES-driven process improvement, automation, and harmonization.
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Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and Abb Vie’s ways of working in all MES engineering activities.
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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. -
Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Science, IT, or related field.
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6+ years experience with MES in pharmaceutical manufacturing, automation, or regulated environments.
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Solid understanding of digital manufacturing concepts, MES technology operation, and enterprise IT/OT integration.
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Experience with process improvement, system analysis, and technical documentation in multi-site/global environments.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively across business and technology.
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Working knowledge of cGMP, pharma regulatory standards, and quality compliance.
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Experience with MES platforms preferably POMS Aquila
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Ability to train/mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing across the network.
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Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
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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.
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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
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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.
Abb Vie 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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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 – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Required skills
MES
System integration
Technical design
Manufacturing process improvement
Automation
cGMP
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About AbbVie

AbbVie
PublicPharmaceutical company.
10,001+
Employees
North Chicago
Headquarters
$200B
Valuation
Reviews
10 reviews
3.6
10 reviews
Work-life balance
3.2
Compensation
4.1
Culture
4.0
Career
2.8
Management
2.9
68%
Recommend to a friend
Pros
Great benefits
Good compensation/salary
Flexible work arrangements
Cons
Heavy workload/long hours
Limited career advancement
Poor management/lack of direction
Salary Ranges
88 data points
Junior/L3
Mid/L4
Director
Junior/L3 · Associate Manager, Promotion Analytics
1 reports
$144,943
total per year
Base
$125,951
Stock
-
Bonus
-
$144,943
$144,943
Interview experience
4 interviews
Difficulty
3.0
/ 5
Duration
14-28 weeks
Experience
Positive 0%
Neutral 25%
Negative 75%
Interview process
1
Application Review
2
HR Screen
3
Hiring Manager Interview
4
Panel Interview
5
Offer
Common questions
Behavioral/STAR
Past Experience
Culture Fit
Technical Knowledge
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