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Senior Engineer Automation


Job Location:

Devens, MA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 130000 - 175000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Bristol Myers Squibb our employees often ask Who are you working fora question that fuels collaboration accountability and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover develop and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work opportunities for growth and a supportive environment that values inclusion wellbeing flexibility and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients and the careers of those who do it.



Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent 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. Youll 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: Senior Engineer Automation is a senior level technical individual contributor on the Process Automation Control Systems Team. This individual will be responsible for complex tasks within the group and operate autonomously with minor guidance and direction. This individual will maintain configure administer and troubleshoot the DeltaV PI and integrated process equipment and other systems supporting the manufacturing incumbent must be independent goal-oriented flexible able to work efficiently across multiple projects enthusiastic and innovative with a solid understanding of good manufacturing practices and technologies to support the needs of the Site/Network Manufacturing Teams.

Shift Available:

  • Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Responsibilities:

  • Subject matter expert for the process automation systems and equipment.
  • Lead complex technical efforts such as large scope changes or difficult integrations.
  • Initiate Process Automation System continuous improvement to improve operational robustness and efficiency.
  • Work in collaboration with Validation Quality and Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing operations to keep the operations on site functional.
  • Support key business processes such as audit investigation and CAPA.
  • Provide troubleshooting and guidance support to automation systems in support of Manufacturing as part of daily responsibilities and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
  • Support Automation system life cycle to ensure the procedures and processes are in compliance with quality requirements

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Ability to lead train foster a cohesive team and coach develop delegate and motivate others.
  • Strong critical reasoning decision-making and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate strategy into actionable plans.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and expectations in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams with moderate supervision.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate honestly transparently and effectively with peers department management and cross-functionally including advanced technical document writing.
  • Knowledge of the relationship between manufacturing processes ERP PCS and MES preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Electronic Batch Records (EBR) Review by Exception (RBE) and MES Recipe object lifecycle management preferred.
  • Understanding of cell culture cryopreservation purification and aseptic processing or lab techniques preferred.
  • Experience with manufacturing boundary systems preferred.
  • Ability to travel 10%15% of time.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree required in Engineering Biological/Life Sciences Chemistry Biochemistry or related field along with 5 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • 4 years experience with DeltaV PI Historian and OT Infrastructure.
  • Expert understanding of S88 S95 and batch processing operations.
  • Expert understanding engineering documentation such as P&IDs network diagrams process flow diagrams and SOPs.
  • Expert understanding of Validation Lifecycle Management including the planning creation and execution of IQs OQs and PQs.
  • Experience with QMS systems (Veeva or similar) and GMP Quality Processes (Deviation Management Change Controls etc.) required.
  • Experience with IT Ticketing Systems (ServiceNow or similar).
  • Excellent communication skills including oral written and formal presentations. Ability to clearly communicate technical information to a variety of audiences.
  • Exercise sound judgment in making decisions and recommendations within generally defined practices and policies and notify senior management when necessary.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesnt perfectly line up with your resume we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview:

Devens MA - US: $130000 - $175000

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate considers characteristics of the job such as required skills where the job is performed the employees work schedule job-related knowledge and experience. Finally individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits please visit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

  • Health Coverage:Medical pharmacy dental and vision care.
  • Wellbeing Support:Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account BMS Living Life Better and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
  • Financial Well-being and Protection:401(k) plan short- and long-term disability life insurance accident insurance supplemental health insurance business travel protection personal liability protection identity theft benefit legal support and survivor support.

Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

  • US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited with manager approval 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix AZ Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
  • Phoenix AZ Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt Non-Exempt Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval 11 national holidays and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility* additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time up to 2 paid volunteer days per year summer hours flexibility leaves of absence for medical personal parental caregiver bereavement and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure:The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours depending on the nature of their work and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Uniquely Interesting Work Life-changing Careers
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 promotingglobal participationin 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.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process reasonable workplaceaccommodations/adjustmentsand ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplaceaccommodation/adjustmentprior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonableaccommodations/adjustmentsin completing this application or in any part of the recruitment process direct your inquiries to. Visit access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

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: Protection

We will never request payments financial information or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way please contact BMS at. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.


We hire for skills and capabilities not just credentials if this role excites you but doesnt perfectly match your resume we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:

Devens - MA - US: $131370 - $159187

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully carefully considering the nature of the role required skills work location schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors and individual team or Company performance.


Benefits:


Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans including wellbeing support retirement and financial protection benefits and insurance offerings (medical dental vision life and disability).


U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO) which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit subject to manager approval along with 11 paid company holidays each year.


Non-exempt employees RayzeBio employees and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval) 11 paid company holidays and 3 optional holidays.


Depending on eligibility employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits including paid sick leave up to two paid volunteer days per year summer hours flexibility and leaves of absence for medical personal parental caregiver bereavement or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Years Day.


U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at We Work

Where you work matters because collaboration innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential site-by-design field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process reasonable workplaceaccommodations/adjustmentsand ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplaceaccommodation/adjustmentprior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonableaccommodations/adjustmentsin completing this application or in any part of the recruitment process direct your inquiries to. Visit access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.


Candidate Rights

BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable laws in your area.


For roles based in Los Angeles County only: 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: Protection

We will never request payments financial information or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.


If this posting is missing required information required by local law or incorrect contact BMS atwith the Job Title and Requisition number. Do not send application-related inquiries to this email. To check your application status please login to your Candidate Home Account.



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