Abb Vie are currently seeking a Senior Global MES Engineer who will** design, implement, and optimize Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions** across Abb Vie’s global manufacturing network, directly supporting the MES Centre of Excellence Lead’s strategic vision for digital transformation and operational excellence.

• 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 Abb Vie’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 Abb Vie’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.

Travel Requirements - this role will require up to 15% Travel

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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Abb Vie'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 Abb Vie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.