Wave Life Sciences · 22 hours ago
Senior Automation Engineer
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expWave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. The Senior Automation Engineer will own automation-related tasks and projects for GMP manufacturing systems, including maintenance, troubleshooting, and supporting automation projects at the Lexington Manufacturing site.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and improve automation systems, instrumentation, and controls that are used on GMP equipment and to monitor manufacturing operations
Lead automation and I&C-related troubleshooting activities in partnership with internal subject matter experts and equipment vendors
Develop processes to improve GMP equipment automation and I&C reliability
Develop and maintain Engineering Specifications (URS, FRS, DDS, HDS, SDS), drawings, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and preventative maintenance plans
Manage projects focused on the modification of existing cGMP control systems and infrastructure (on equipment and stand-alone systems)
Provide automation support to aid the design and implementation of new GMP equipment
Author, review, and execute commissioning / validation protocols and engineering test plans
Own quality events related to equipment automation and systems
Train internal teams on automated systems and automation best practices
Work primarily onsite at Wave’s Lexington facility
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent
3-5 years of demonstrated experience in industrial automation, instrumentation, and controls applied in support of cGMP manufacturing operations, equipment, and / or facilities
Experience managing / supporting engineering and capital projects
Maintain and improve automation systems, instrumentation, and controls that are used on GMP equipment and to monitor manufacturing operations
Lead automation and I&C-related troubleshooting activities in partnership with internal subject matter experts and equipment vendors
Develop processes to improve GMP equipment automation and I&C reliability
Develop and maintain Engineering Specifications (URS, FRS, DDS, HDS, SDS), drawings, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and preventative maintenance plans
Manage projects focused on the modification of existing cGMP control systems and infrastructure (on equipment and stand-alone systems)
Provide automation support to aid the design and implementation of new GMP equipment
Author, review, and execute commissioning / validation protocols and engineering test plans
Own quality events related to equipment automation and systems
Train internal teams on automated systems and automation best practices
Work primarily onsite at Wave's Lexington facility
Experience with automation systems such as Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC platforms, Delta V DCS platform, Schneider Electric or Johnson Controls BMS platforms, iFix, Factory Talk, ignition SCADA systems, data systems (PI, IP21, Crystal Reports etc.) and data integration solutions (OPC, Kepware, Matrikon, LabX, Web API, etc.)
SQL databases experience (e.g. backups, restoration, relocation)
Knowledgeable in VMware/Vshpere environment
Experience in Programmable Logic Controller or Distributive Control System programming, and Data Historian and Report Configuration
Proficient understanding of instrumentation, and its configuration, Industrial Control networking such as Ethernet IP, Profibus, or AS-I networks
Demonstrated experience of Windows OS, Networking & System Security Fundamentals
Experience with ISA-S88, ISA-S95, and ASTM 2500 principles
Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity
Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces with equipment (bending, squatting, twisting)
Able to lift objects of 25-50 pounds, push/pull objects, apply firm grasp and/or reach above shoulder height, and gown in/out of cleanroom areas
Must be able to use personal cell phone for emergency team, as necessary
Benefits
Company-sponsored medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Long and short-term disability insurances
Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
401K participation with matching contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Company
Wave Life Sciences
Wave Life Sciences is a clinical-stage RNA medicines company committed to delivering life-changing treatments for people battling diseases
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.22BKey Investors
GlaxoSmithKlineTakeda VenturesForesite Capital
2025-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2024-09-24Post Ipo Equity· $200M
2023-12-06Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Paul Bolno
President and CEO
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Chandra Vargeese
Chief Technology Officer and Head of Platform Discovery Sciences
Recent News
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