MES Engineer

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us. Summary: The MES Engineer is a technical contributor responsible for the configuration, implementation, and support of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solutions within the Devens Cell Therapy Facility. This role focuses on recipe authoring, troubleshooting, and system maintenance in Emerson Syncade MES, ensuring reliable and compliant system operation. The MES Engineer works closely with manufacturing, quality, and IT teams to support day-to-day operations, resolve issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of digital manufacturing systems. MES Configuration & Recipe Authoring: * Configure, modify, and maintain MES recipes to meet business requirements. * Document and test changes while following governance procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance. Operational Support: * Provide hands-on support for MES issues affecting manufacturing operations. * Collaborate with IT and operations to troubleshoot and resolve incidents. * Participate in rotational on-call support to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing activities. Business Process Understanding: * Develop a working knowledge of assigned manufacturing processes. * Assist in investigations and contribute to recipe improvements that enhance operational efficiency. Compliance & Documentation: * Ensure MES solutions comply with cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and internal quality standards. * Maintain accurate technical documentation, test records, and validation deliverables. Training & Knowledge Sharing: * Support the creation of training materials for MES recipes and workflows. * Provide guidance to new MES users or recipe authors as needed. * Contributes to the design, testing, documentation, and deployment of MES solutions of moderate complexity, while providing operational support to end-users. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field. Experience: * 1–3 years of experience with MES systems in Biologics, Pharmaceutical, or Cell/Gene Therapy industries. * Exposure to Emerson Syncade MES or a comparable MES platform preferred. * Understanding of cGMP regulations and computerized system validation. Skills: * Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail. * Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. * Interest in recipe authoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Other: Willingness to participate in rotational on-call support for manufacturing operations. If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Compensation Overview: Devens - MA - US: $89,390 - $108,315 The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required...