The Role
Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.
As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.
Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the core of Moderna’s GMP operations, supporting product labeling, packaging, and storage processes that ensure our mRNA medicines reach patients with the highest standards of quality. As Engineer II, you will assist in process execution, contribute to troubleshooting, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the label and pack space. Working closely with experienced team members, you'll gain hands-on exposure to operational excellence, compliance, and innovation. You'll play a key role in documentation and investigations, acting as a critical link between Operations and Quality. This is a dynamic position in which you will help shape and strengthen Moderna’s packaging capabilities at the Norwood site.
Here’s What You’ll Do
Your key responsibilities will be:
Supporting day-to-day technical activities related to both automated and manual label and packaging equipment, as well as the storage conditions of finished drug product.
Participating in execution and monitoring of packaging and storage processes to ensure optimal performance.
Drafting and contributing to SOPs related to labeling and packaging workflows, ensuring they meet evolving GMP and regulatory expectations.
Supporting deviation investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Assisting with updates to batch records and controlled documentation within the GMP framework.
Your responsibilities will also include:
Participating in internal and external audit activities as a subject matter expert in label and packaging.
Collaborating directly with Process Experts and Technicians to ensure consistent process performance.
Acting as a liaison between Operations and the Quality organization to enable compliant, high-quality product handling.
Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives under the guidance of senior team members.
Ensuring strict adherence to Moderna’s GMP standards while supporting operational readiness and scalability.
The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:
“We obsess over learning. We don’t have to be the smartest, we have to learn the fastest.”
In this role, you’ll be constantly evolving your technical knowledge around GMP packaging and labeling processes, translating learning into improved performance and documentation.
“We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”
You'll be entrusted with tasks that require a strong sense of ownership—from SOP writing to audit readiness—and your contributions will directly impact Moderna’s ability to deliver medicines with precision and speed.
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field.
A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on drug formulation, filling processes and label and packaging.
Strong understanding of GMP regulations and guidelines.
Proven ability to troubleshoot issues related automated systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future
Location-specific perks and extras
The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
About Moderna
Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.
By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.
Our Working Model
As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.
Equal Opportunities
Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.
Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. 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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.
Export Control Notice
This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.
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