Senior Automation Engineer: Smart Manufacturing & AI

Moderna Therapeutics

Marlborough (MA)

On-site

USD 122,000 - 195,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Moderna is seeking a hands-on Automation Engineer to support the implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of process automation systems across Moderna’s manufacturing network, with a focus on INT technology and lights-out manufacturing. This role is based in Marlborough, MA and involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deploy scalable, compliant automation solutions.

You will contribute to DCS DeltaV, AB/BR PLCs, SCADA, DHS, and VMware, participate in commissioning and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
  • 5–8 years in pharmaceutical/biotech.
  • Understanding of smart manufacturing and ISA-95/ISA-88.
  • Experience with DeltaV, PLCs, SCADA, and ERP/ODH integrations.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and support automation systems across facilities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements for automation projects.
  • Lead validation activities and ensure cGMP, CSV, and regulatory compliance.
  • Provide lifecycle management and on-call support for automation assets.
  • Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning to OPEX.

Skills

Automation systems
DCS DeltaV
PLCs
SCADA
HART/OPC
RESTful APIs
VMware
AI/ML mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

DeltaV DCS
AB/BR PLCs
AVEVA PI
Kepware
OPC servers
VMware

Job description

Moderna is seeking a hands-on Automation Engineer to support the implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of process automation systems across Moderna’s manufacturing network, with a focus on INT technology and lights-out manufacturing. This role is based in Marlborough, MA and involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deploy scalable, compliant automation solutions.

You will contribute to DCS DeltaV, AB/BR PLCs, SCADA, DHS, and VMware, participate in commissioning and

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