Senior Mechanical & Automation Engineer – Cell & Gene Therapy

JMD Technologies Inc.; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 103,320 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

A biotechnology firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical & Automation Engineer specializing in cell and gene therapy. This high-visibility role involves designing, developing, and scaling custom automated manufacturing equipment. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience within pharma or biotech, strong mechanical design skills, and hands-on knowledge of GMP environments. The position offers an estimated hourly rate of $75–$80 in a hybrid model with work in Providence, RI.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation equipment development within pharma or biotech manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical design background, with preference for SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experience with single-use systems and manufacturing scale-up programs.
• Solid understanding of aseptic design principles and GMP requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• Strong communication skills and experience working on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own hands-on mechanical and automation equipment design from concept to production deployment.
• Lead mechanical integration of robotics, single-use systems, and other equipment.
• Design and support aseptic, GMP-compliant automation solutions.
• Collaborate with controls engineers, vendors, and teams.
• Support equipment scale-up and commercialization efforts.
• Participate in vendor management and validation activities.

Skills

Automation equipment development

Mechanical design

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Title: Senior Mechanical & Automation Engineer – Cell & Gene Therapy

Location: Providence, RI (Hybrid – 3 days onsite; Boston + Rhode Island)

Employment Type: Contract

Status: Accepting Candidates

This is a high-visibility engineering role supporting a first-in-class cell and gene therapy manufacturing program focused on transforming treatment for rare hematologic diseases. The position is responsible for the design, development, and scale-up of custom automated manufacturing equipment, supporting the full lifecycle from early concept through commercial deployment in a GMP-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Own hands-on mechanical and automation equipment design from concept → FAT/SAT → production deployment
• Lead mechanical integration of robotics, single-use systems, conveyors, AGVs/AMRs, pumps, and valves
• Design and support aseptic, GMP-compliant automation solutions for cell & gene therapy manufacturing
• Collaborate closely with controls engineers, vendors, R&D, quality, and manufacturing teams
• Support equipment scale-up, technology transfer, and commercialization efforts
• Participate in vendor management, design reviews, risk assessments, and validation activities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation equipment development within pharma or biotech manufacturing
• Strong mechanical design background (SolidWorks preferred)
• Hands-on experience with single-use systems and manufacturing scale-up programs
• Solid understanding of aseptic design principles and GMP requirements
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Strong communication skills and experience working on cross-functional teams

Compensation

Compensation (MA Pay Transparency)

• Estimated hourly range: $75–$80/hr W2

Final rate within this range will be based on skills, experience, and interview results