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At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.
Senior Specialist, Robotics Process Engineer, CTF Automated Manufacturing provide technical leadership for automated and robotic manufacturing equipment at the Devens Cell Therapy Facility (CTF). This role combines core process engineering responsibilities with deep involvement in robotics system and software design, workstation functionality, process equipment automation, and digital system integration to enable next-generation cell therapy manufacturing.
Robotic Process Engineers in this role work closely with external stakeholders, Manufacturing, MSAT, Digital Plant, IT, and Quality to ensure new automated platforms are robust, compliant, and operationally ready. The engineer serves as a technical owner of the robotic systems, providing on-the-floor support, equipment monitoring, and lifecycle management to maintain high system reliability and support routine GMP operations.
This position emphasizes proactive system performance, equipment readiness, and continuous improvement.
Shifts Available:
M - F, standard working hours
Responsibilities:
Contribute to the design and development of robotic workcells software, and integrated automated manufacturing systems.
Support creation and ownership of User Requirements for robotic and automated systems, ensuring flexibility, compliance, and future scalability.
Participate in design and code reviews, risk assessments, and technical evaluations of robotic hardware, software, vision systems, tool changers, end-effectors, sensors, and system interfaces, including safety.
Interface with MES, DeltaV, and other digital systems to ensure robotic processes are accurately, and safely, represented and executed digitally.
Lead or support FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ, and validation activities for robotic and automated systems.
Develop or review test protocols, reports, and engineering studies related to robotics and process systems.
Execute system testing in development environments to verify functionality and digital system connectivity.
Ensure robotic systems maintain Chain of Identity / Chain of Custody linkages within digital infrastructure, as applicable.
Serve as equipment / workstation owner for designated robotic workstations following commissioning.
Monitor system performance, interpret equipment data, and identify opportunities for reliability improvements.
Collaborate with MSAT, Quality, Digital Plant, Scheduling, Supply Chain, and Facilities/Engineering to ensure reliable operation of automated manufacturing systems.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong understanding of robotics and automation.
Experience with robotic system design, robot programming, safety zone logic, testing, and operational troubleshooting.
Ability to develop and execute design, engineering, and validation strategies, including risk assessments, plans, protocols, and reports.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with ability to translate technical details into practical manufacturing guidance.
Proficiency with data analysis to evaluate equipment performance and support continuous improvement.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience within a cGMP environment and/or regulated environment is strongly preferred.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a related discipline.
Senior Specialist, Associate Robotics Process Engineer II: Minimum 2.5+ years of relevant industry experience. Experience in design, engineering, and validation processes are required. Experience within a regulated environment is preferred. Experience within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries is desired.
Working Conditions:
This position requires up to 10% of travel.
Automated manufacturing development involves working daily with colleagues in Seattle, WA and Melbourne, Australia.
Automated manufacturing start-up activities will include FAT, which will occur in Melbourne, Australia.
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Compensation Overview:
Devens - MA - US: $93,840 - $113,712
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
*Eligibility Disclosure: T he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.
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With a single vision as inspiring as Transforming patients' lives through science , every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
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R1599920 : Senior Specialist, Process Engineer, CTF Automated Manufacturing in Devens, MA Company: Bristol-Myers Squibb
Req Number: R1599920
Updated: 2026-03-14 05:29:03.925 UTC
Location: Devens-MA
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