Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Associate Director, Automation Engineering

Boston, MA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 5 hours ago
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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role82
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level I)39
Fits your clock70

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

Context, not a finding about this posting: of this employer's 17 green-card filings in this occupation, 100% were for a worker who already held the job.

Green-card follow-through: 83%

Of 12 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 2 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 515 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

29 transfer filings in the last year, covering 29 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • This pivotal role is at the forefront of automating complex processes in one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields in biotechnology.
  • You will work with a passionate team of engineers, scientists, and innovators united by a shared mission: to push the boundaries of what's possible in Cell & Genetic Therapy.
  • Define automation execution strategy from concept feasibility through commercial deployment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of equipment and automation engineers involved in the design, development, deployment, and qualification of custom automation equipment and operation technology systems used for the development and manufacture of cell and genetic therapies.
  • Responsible for active oversight of the equipment / system design and commissioning process. Collaborate with vendors to produce prototype and production parts. Perform engineering analyses and relevant physical testing on designs.
  • Provide hands-on troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing in support of a rapid development cycle and manufacturing sustainability.
  • Collaborates with manufacturing engineering to define, manage, and continuously improve equipment performance, preventative maintenance plans, and spare parts lists/inventory.
  • Develop departmental procedures for development and documentation of automated systems, from specifications through operational procedures.
  • Lead Equipment, System, and Automaton Projects from concept through execution in a dynamic development environment. Ensures user requirements are clearly defined and translated into achievable and testable engineering requirements.

Requirements

  • Present to senior leadership as required.
  • Support Deviation Management, CAPA, and Change Control activities, as required.
  • Comply with all regulatory, corporate, and Quality System policies and complete other projects and/or assignments as required.
  • Ability to organize and grow a team through organizational change and personnel development.
  • Proficiency in AI tools and applications with experience developing for lab and manufacturing applications.
  • Experience qualifying/validating/deploying manufacturing equipment and processes is required.
  • Knowledge and experience in utilizing risk-based approaches to validation process development and validation are highly advantageous.
  • Familiarity with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21 CFR 820, 21 CFR 211, and ICH Q7/8/9.
  • Knowledge of global GMP requirements governing device or combination products.
  • Master's Degree in chemical engineering, computer science, automation engineering or related field and 6 years experience in life sciences, manufacturing, or engineering, or

Skills

  • Familiarity with equipment safety standards and regulations including OSHA 19 CFR 1910, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, ISO 18849-1.
  • Strong interpersonal, project management, technical writing and presentation skills required.
  • Sense of urgency, ability to act/escalate promptly, and transparently communicate issues to involved stakeholders and management.
  • Knowledge of business applications such as MS Office, Veeva, Coupa.
  • Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, presentation, and teamwork skills.
  • Education and Experience:

Compensation

  • $166,000 - $249,000
  • The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting.
  • This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards.
  • Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
  • Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Company info

  • At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends.

Equal opportunity

  • Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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