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Senior Business Systems Validation Engineer

AbbVie


Job Location:

Cork - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 September 2026 (9 days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are hiring a  Senior Business Systems Validation Engineer to join AbbVie Cork. This role focuses on validation and technical support for manufacturing business systems particularly MES support for SAP and POMSnet. You will also lead validation activities for the implementation of these systems within the manufacturing addition you will support new technology introduction process improvement GMP compliance and troubleshooting throughout the commercial product lifecycle.

What Youll Do

  • Support validation and production activities for MES systems e.g.  EBR and SAP including system upgrades issue resolution continuous improvement and ongoing production support.
  • Support SAP and MES activities for new product introductions including creation of new materials BOMs recipes and system validation.
  • Maintain data integrity and data security risk assessments including support for remediation of legacy systems.
  • Support product lifecycle activities including SOP updates investigations study plans protocols reports change plans annual product reviews and batch record updates.
  • Support the introduction of new products and new technologies including equipment selection validation training and process support.
  • Provide validation guidance for automation and business systems changes including suitability assessments and VRB assessments where applicable.
  • Write and execute validation protocol for cleaning equipment utilities facilities automation and process.
  • Support change control activities validation documentation review and approval and cross-functional project groups.
  • Support audit readiness and participate in GMP corporate and supplier audits.
  • Maintain compliance with cGMP FDA IMB GxP safety and environmental requirements.
  • Actively contribute to AbbVies operational excellence and digital transformation goals by embracing AI tools data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement practices.
  • Comply with all applicable health safety and environmental policies procedures and regulations.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Science or a related discipline preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 510 years experience in MES/automation systems validation new product introduction and/or manufacturing support within a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environment.
  • Experience with laboratory and manufacturing equipment validation computer system validation GAMP 5 and EU Annex 15.
  • Knowledge of process performance qualification cleaning validation hold time studies and validation lifecycle activities.
  • Experience supporting ERP SAP systems and MES/EBR implementation.
  • Familiarity with data historians such as OSI PI and reporting tools is an advantage.
  • Strong project management problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team with good people management skills and strong organizational capability.
  • Comfortable working under pressure prioritizing workload and meeting tight deadlines.

Additional Information :

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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Employment Type :

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AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuro ... View more

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