ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently.
The Role:
ElevateBio is looking for a Engineer I, Automation, who will play a key role in owning the site’s automation systems. For these automation systems, this role will designs, programs, and troubleshoots automated equipment and control systems under the supervision of senior automation engineers, supports managing vendor and software support contracts, includes procuring new equipment, defining specifications, unit testing, and implementation, and works closely with the Quality and Validation teams to ensure these systems are ready for use. The Engineer I, Automation will be successful in their responsibilities by owning the automation systems and being a team player who thrives off delivering value to the customer. This person possesses good technical understanding in a variety of automation and control systems, has a love of learning, and is not afraid to get into the details and execute to solve problems. The robust, lean automation and data collection for our processes is critical to achieving ElevateBio’s strategy for quickly launching next generation cell and gene therapies for patients.
Here’s What You’ll Do:
- Support critical automation projects through the entire project life cycle and ensure that systems are maintained in a validated state after go-live
- Work hand in hand with Facilities, Engineering, and Operations teams to support their projects and operational needs
- Follow design standards for our automation platforms (SCADA/Ignition, Historian/Canary, Rockwell PLCs, etc.)
- Provide configuration, development, and break/fix day-to-day support of automation systems, ensures systems remain in compliance and follows safety guidelines.
- Manage automation system documentation (wiring diagrams, update loop drawings, software code, etc.) author SOPs, prepare technical and user documentation, and conduct system training.
- Support system maintenance and automation life cycle (review application patching, document test plans, and execute test scripts)
- Network with business users to educate and enhance data collection/contextualization (enable for future digital needs)
- Coordinate with business users for development of reports (batch, material, audit trails, etc.) to support efficient operations
- Support new client introduction and tech transfers of new products into the facility including new process equipment installation
- Support lab operations and lab equipment
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related technological field
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in industrial or process automation, controls, or system engineering.
- Working Knowledge of industrial networks, communication protocols, coding/configuring programmable logic controllers (Rockwell AB, Siemens).
- Control panel and automation hardware design experience
- Experience testing, commissioning and validating computer systems (CSV)
- Experience integrating industrial or manufacturing systems with enterprise IT platforms, including identity providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD) for SSO, role-based access control, and centralized user management
- Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) are required
- Requires working in an industrial manufacturing environment including gowning
- Willingness to be in an on-call rotation in the future (once facility startup is complete) to support off hours troubleshooting and issue resolution
Desired:
- Knowledge integrating/interfacing equipment to control systems via OPC, Ethernet IP, etc.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems (e.g. Ignition, OSISoft Pi), and Historians (e.g. Canary)
- Knowledge of the regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical applications such as 21CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and industry recommendations GAMP5
- Knowledge in Process Data Analytics.
- Working within a regulated industry in a GMP manufacturing environment
- Knowledge or experience working in a CDMO (contract manufacturing/development organization)
- Knowledge or experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems such as Apprentice or Syncade
- Creative thinking, detail orientation, manual dexterity
ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technological field
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in industrial or process automation, controls, or systems engineering
- Working knowledge of industrial networks, communication protocols, and PLC coding or configuration, including Rockwell and Siemens
- Control panel and automation hardware design experience
- Experience testing, commissioning, and validating computer systems
- Experience integrating industrial or manufacturing systems with enterprise IT platforms, identity providers, SSO, role-based access control, and centralized user management
- Effective written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment, including gowning
- Willingness to participate in a future on-call rotation
- Knowledge of OPC and Ethernet/IP equipment interfaces
- Knowledge of SCADA systems, including Ignition and OSIsoft PI, and historians such as Canary
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, including 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GAMP5
- Knowledge of process data analytics
- Experience in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment
- Experience working in a CDMO
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems such as Apprentice or Syncade
- Creative thinking, attention to detail, and manual dexterity
Elevatebio Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Elevatebio and has not been reviewed or approved by Elevatebio.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is characterized by comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low deductibles and no copays for in‑network mental‑health visits, alongside employer‑paid wellness platforms and fitness reimbursement. Together, these elements indicate robust healthcare support.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with an employer match and immediate vesting, plus employer‑paid life and disability coverage and access to a 1‑on‑1 financial advisor. This combination signals solid long‑term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family support includes fully paid parental leave, separate sick time and bereavement, and formal administration of federal and state leave programs. These provisions reflect meaningful support for new parents and caregiving needs.
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What We Do
ElevateBio is a technology driven company powering transformative cell and gene therapies today and for many decades to come. The company has assembled industry-leading talent, built world-class facilities, and integrated diverse technology platforms necessary for rapid innovation and commercialization of cell, gene, and regenerative therapies. The company has built an initial technology stack, including gene editing, induced pluripotent stem cells, and protein, viral, and cellular engineering. At the center of the business model is ElevateBio BaseCamp, a centralized R&D and manufacturing company that offers research and development (R&D), process development (PD), and Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) manufacturing capabilities. The company is focused on increasing long-term collaborations with industry partners while also continuing to develop its own highly innovative cell and gene therapies. ElevateBio's team of scientists, drug developers, and company builders are redefining what it means to be a technology company in the world of drug development, blurring the line between technology and healthcare. ElevateBio is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass, with ElevateBio BaseCamp located in Waltham, Mass.
