Engineer I, Process Development

Moderna; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Moderna is seeking an Engineer I to support Formulations (LNP and Drug Product) on our Pilot Scale Operations team in Norwood, MA. This entry-level role focuses on technology transfer from Process Development, scale-up strategies, and hands-on operation of custom manufacturing equipment.

You will participate in process characterization, safety compliance, and equipment maintenance in a fast-paced biopharma environment, with no remote work.

Qualifications

• BS/BA or MS in chemistry, biomedical, systems, or chemical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support and equipment maintenance.
• Author SOPs and perform process characterization while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Bioprocess development

Lipid nanoparticles

Sterile fill/finish

Tangential flow filtration

Process transfer

Communication & multitasking

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry/Biomedical/Systems/Chemical Engineering

MS in Chemistry/Biomedical/Systems/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Lipid nanoparticle formulation equipment

Job description

Role

Engineer I supporting Formulations (Lipid Nanoparticle and Drug Product) pilot-scale production within Moderna's Pilot Scale Operations team. Primary objectives include facilitating technology transfer from Process Development, assisting in process development and scale-up strategies, and operating and troubleshooting custom manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• production support, equipment maintenance, SOP authoring, process characterization, and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• BS/BA or MS in Chemistry, Biomedical, Systems, or Chemical Engineering, with 0-2 years of related experience.
• hands-on experience in bioprocess development, solution prep, lipid nanoparticles, sterile fill/finish, or tangential flow filtration preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task are essential.

Additional Information

High-value details: site-based, full-time role at Moderna, with no remote work; focus on bioprocessing of lipid nanoparticle formulations for drug delivery, supporting projects in early development stages. The position emphasizes operational excellence, process optimization, and technical problem-solving skills in a fast-paced biopharma environment.