Sr. Specialist, Manufacturing Systems Engineer II, MS&T MSEO
Bristol Myers Squibb
Summit, NJ
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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 . At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. The MS&T Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Operations - Manufacturing Systems Engineer II is responsible for supporting the solution intake and design, delivery, operational support, continuous improvement, change management, and lifecycle for the site manufacturing execution system (MES) and associated boundary systems used in the production of personalized cell therapy products for both global clinical trials and commercial supply. The incumbent must be self-directed, goal-oriented, flexible, able to work efficiently across multiple projects, enthusiastic, and innovative, with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices and technologies to support the needs of the Site Manufacturing Teams. Works under the guidance of lead team members. Manufacturing Systems Engineers primarily work with local (site) Business Process Owners, Global MS&T, Global IT, Cell Therapy Network subject matter experts, MSEO Operations support, Site IT, and resources supporting boundary systems to: Support consistent execution of MES recipe modifications, change controls, and adherence to governing documents related to change management. Shift Available:
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science™ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues. On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected] . Visit careers.bms.com/ eeo -accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters. BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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 . At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team. The MS&T Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Operations - Manufacturing Systems Engineer II is responsible for supporting the solution intake and design, delivery, operational support, continuous improvement, change management, and lifecycle for the site manufacturing execution system (MES) and associated boundary systems used in the production of personalized cell therapy products for both global clinical trials and commercial supply. The incumbent must be self-directed, goal-oriented, flexible, able to work efficiently across multiple projects, enthusiastic, and innovative, with a good understanding of good manufacturing practices and technologies to support the needs of the Site Manufacturing Teams. Works under the guidance of lead team members. Manufacturing Systems Engineers primarily work with local (site) Business Process Owners, Global MS&T, Global IT, Cell Therapy Network subject matter experts, MSEO Operations support, Site IT, and resources supporting boundary systems to: Support consistent execution of MES recipe modifications, change controls, and adherence to governing documents related to change management. Shift Available:
- Monday - Friday, Hybrid Day Shift, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Provide technical direction and expertise across Site teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Shared Services, etc.) to support and improve capacity, quality, and cost or to establish root cause.
- Work closely with end users/process owners and subject matter experts to maintain service level expectations across all functions and site systems.
- Provide on-the-floor or remote process support for ongoing manufacturing activities when needed.
- Participate in delivering critical improvements across the manufacturing network through digital technology (e.g., EBR) updates and technical insight.
- Provide MES product impact assessments to support change management, investigations, and product release.
- Develop inputs into electronic batch record/process automation technologies to advance digital manufacturing strategy.
- Lead or assist in designing, testing, and maintaining Electronic Batch Records and related manufacturing data, including, but not limited to, specifications, process parameters, recipes, routings, formulas, process instructions, and process variables.
- Ensuring Recipes/MES are configured for intended use per business requirements and applicable procedures throughout the recipes and MES system lifecycle from design to implementation.
- Support lifecycle management project implementation at a site level to accomplish drug product harmonization across sites and evolve the process.
- Translate business requirements into functional and design specifications that are compliant, efficient, and effective.
- Participate in project teams to help prepare schedules, execute technical projects, and develop presentations to disseminate results to project stakeholders and senior management.
- Support the change initiatives and the implementation of process improvement initiatives.
- Foster strong inter-team relationships to achieve common goals.
- Interface with Manufacturing groups, Quality groups, Supply Chain, IT, MSAT groups, etc. and serve as applicable Manufacturing System Business Owner.
- Perform process monitoring initiatives, including but not limited to developing and collecting data, analyzing and optimizing the end-to-end process, and anticipating and permanently resolving issues that may arise during production.
- Continuously integrates with the business to understand current business processes and to provide technology guidance that enables and supports Digital Plant plans and strategies.
- Stay current with industry trends and standards (e.g., PDA, ISPE) and participate in best practice forums consistent with function responsibilities.
- Perform revisions of technical documentation content (e.g., investigations, changes, SOPs, and process-related).
- Support Technical Product Team, Validation, Development, Operations, QA, and Regulatory in the area of expertise.
- Participate in routine plant operating meetings (i.e., Tiers, town halls, MSAT Extended Staff, etc.).
- Proven ability to accurately and completely understand, follow, interpret, and apply Global Regulatory and cGMP requirements.
- Support health authority and internal inspections.
- Critical reasoning and decision-making skills.
- Ability to think strategically and translate strategy into actions.
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
- Advanced technical document writing.
- Advanced time management skills, including prioritizing and managing expectations in a fast-paced working environment.
- Must have excellent organization skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Operate effectively and with moderate supervision within a team or independently, performing projects and related duties.
- Intermediate knowledge of MS Office Applications.
- Working knowledge of Electronic Batch Records (EBR), Review by Exception (RBE), and MES Recipe object lifecycle management preferred.
- Experience with HP ALM, Electronic Document Management Systems, and Change Management Systems preferred.
- Knowledge of cGMPs and multi-national biopharmaceutical regulations. Cell therapy experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of the relationship between manufacturing processes, ERP, and MES preferred.
- Experience with single-use technologies, closed systems, and cold chain/cryogenic technologies, Packaging, Shop floor quality, batch review, or disposition is preferred.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate honestly, transparently, and effectively with peers, department management, and cross-functionally.
- Hands-on experience preferred with CAR T or biopharmaceutical manufacturing and Quality Control.
- Proven delivery of complex investigation reports preferred.
- Ability to train and mentor junior associates to foster and develop their expertise. Ability to coach, develop, delegate, and motivate others.
- Bachelor's degree at minimum required in Engineering, Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field. An equivalent combination of education and work experience to be considered. Advanced degree preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience working in cell therapy working in an EMES system (or equivalent systems such as Syncade, PasX).
- A minimum of 3 years of EMES system (or equivalent systems) validation (backend validation, UAT, etc.).
- Experience with MES, ERP, LIMS, or other manufacturing boundary systems and technologies.
- Understanding cell culture, cryopreservation, purification, aseptic processing or lab technique, Packaging, Shop floor quality, batch review, or disposition.
- Experience with BMSDocs or similar change management systems.
With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science™ , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues. On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected] . Visit careers.bms.com/ eeo -accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters. BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Posted 2025-09-24
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