Engineer I, Process Development

Moderna Therapeutics; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Well-being resources

Family planning support

Generous paid time off

Discretionary bonus/incentive

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a full-time Engineer I to support Formulations (Lipid Nanoparticle and Drug Product) pilot-scale production. The role requires BS/BA or MS in a related field with 0–2 years of experience and hands-on bioprocess experience, including fermentation and tangential flow filtration.

This is a site-based position with no remote work. Responsibilities include technology transfer, process development guidance, equipment operation, SOP updates, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have BS/BA or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering with 0–2 years related experience.
• Hands-on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive technology transfer from Moderna's Process Development teams for Formulations sciences.
• Assist other development scientists/engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches.
• Characterize product attributes with analytical/technical teams.
• Update and write SOPs related to production.
• Practice safe work habits and follow Moderna safety procedures and guidelines.
• Adhere to waste handling procedures per environmental regulations.

Skills

Bioprocess development

Technical problem solving

Technology transfer

Fermentation

Enzymatic reaction

Chromatography

Tangential flow filtration

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

BS/BA or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

The Role

The Pilot Scale Operations team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated full-time Engineer I to support Formulations (Lipid Nanoparticle and Drug Product) pilot-scale production. Qualified candidates will have relevant academic or industry experience in solution preparation, lipid nanoparticle, sterile fill/finish and/or tangential flow filtration experience, and an understanding of scaling and technology transfer of these unit operations. A successful candidate should have exposure to large and small-scale equipment maintenance and troubleshooting; as well as authoring and updating equipment specific SOPs. This position will require excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a focus on operational excellence and process optimization. A successful candidate must demonstrate the independent drive and collaborative spirit to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Be the receiving unit for technology transfer from Moderna's Process Development teams, focusing on Formulations sciences, including drug formulation/delivery development
• Assist other development scientists / engineers in defining process development and scale-up strategy, and implementing process control strategies
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot custom equipment used to manufacture Formulations batches
• Characterize product attributes through collaboration with analytical and technical teams
• Demonstrate and implement lab best practices
• Update and write standard operating procedure (SOPs) associated with production as needed
• Practice safe work habits and adhere to Moderna safety procedures and guidelines
• Adhere to documented waste handling procedures to respect environmental regulations

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Demonstrated success in bioprocess development, technical problem solving, and technology transfer are essential
• BS/BA (required) or MS in Chemistry, Systems, Biomedical or Chemical Engineering, or closely related field with 0-2 years related experience
• Hands‑on experience with fermentation, enzymatic reaction, chromatography and/or tangential flow filtration experience is preferred
• Ability to multi‑task in relentless pursuit of successful outcomes
• Exceptional written and oral communication

This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full‑time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well‑being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well‑being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown
• Savings and investments to help you plan for the future

Location‑specific perks and extras.

The salary range for this role is $63,200.00 - $100,900.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world‑class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

Moderna champions the significant benefits of in‑office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in‑office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship.

Moderna is a smoke‑free, alcohol‑free, and drug‑free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Moderna is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at [e-mail].

Our Mission and Vision

At Moderna we are pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). This novel drug platform builds on the discovery that modified mRNA can direct the body’s cellular machinery to produce nearly any protein of interest, from native proteins to antibodies and other entirely novel protein constructs that can have therapeutic activity inside and outside of cells. We have a clear mission to propel the field of mRNA science forward and deliver new medicines to patients and a unique vision for how to achieve this mission.

Our Mission: To deliver on the promise of transformative messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients.

Our Vision: To unlock the potential of mRNA by establishing an ecosystem of teams and partners that will work together to develop the broadest possible array of drugs, across diverse therapeutic areas and routes of administration, for serious diseases that are not treatable today.

Third Party Staffing Agencies

Moderna does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. For the protection of all parties involved in the recruiting process, resumes will only be accepted from recruiters/agencies if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position. Unsolicited resumes sent to recruiters/agencies do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter/agency and Moderna and do not obligate Moderna to pay fees if we hire from those resumes.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform the company's personnel representative by calling 617-460-9346 or emailing [e-mail] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.