Automation Engineer at Moderna in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Automation Engineer Location: Melbourne - Australia The Role This role provides hands-on automation support with a primary focus on Drug Product (fill/finish) manufacturing equipment and associated control systems. The engineer is responsible for maintaining reliable and compliant operation by troubleshooting issues, supporting PLC/SCADA systems, and contributing to commissioning, validation, and continuous improvement activities. This role requires a solid understanding of automated manufacturing processes, including interfaces between control systems, network infrastructure, manufacturing execution systems (MES), and historian platforms. Operating within a 24/7 GMP environment, the engineer works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, MS&T, and IT/OT teams locally and globally. Here's What You’ll Do Operations & Support Support day-to-day operation of fill/finish equipment and associated automation systems. Troubleshoot equipment and system issues to maintain uptime and product quality. Respond to alarms, faults, and deviations, support investigations and resolution. Participate in daily tier meetings to prioritize and track equipment automation issues. Support coverage aligned to site operational needs. Automation & Systems Support PLC, SCADA, and associated digital systems. Experience with Wonderware is preferred. Assist with system configuration, testing, and fault finding. Work cross-functionally including vendors to resolve integration issues. Maintain system compliance in line with GMP and CSV requirements. Troubleshooting & Reliability Perform root cause analysis to establish and implement corrective or preventative actions where required. Work with vendors to track & manage issues to resolution & closure. Support site maintenance and reliability strategies to optimize equipment performance. Projects & Lifecycle Assist with FAT, SAT, and CQV lifecycle activities. Contribute to design reviews and implementation. Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams for all automation scope. Compliance & Quality Support deviations, CAPAs, and change controls. Maintain GMP documentation. Support audits and ensure inspection readiness. Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and data integrity. Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications) 3–6 years’ experience in GMP manufacturing or similar. Demonstrated experience with PLC/SCADA systems developing and supporting applications to operate highly automated equipment and systems. Demonstrated experience with virtualization configuration and trouble shooting. Microsoft enterprise system integration (i.e. Active Directory, SQL) Industrial Automation protocols (i.e. Ethernet IP, Modbus, OPC). Understanding of GMP and CSV. Strong troubleshooting and communication skills working with a cross-functional team. Experience with fill/finish or drug product manufacturing. Demonstrated experience developing with Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware, PI, MES). Demonstrated experience supporting CQV / validation. Good understanding of electrical design, drives, instrumentation. This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work. As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace health and safety, this role may be subject to pre-employment and periodic medical assessments, in line with relevant legal and operational requirements. Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications) BENg Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Computer systems. Pay & Benefits At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Best-in-class healthcare, 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 building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown Savings and investments to help you plan for the future Location-specific perks and extras The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work. 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. 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. 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. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. 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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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 accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment 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 and Adjustments team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. - Additional Locations: Drug Manufacturing