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.
Moderna is committed to enhancing Australia's biotech landscape through a long-term partnership that focuses on strengthening pandemic resilience. Our Melbourne-based large-scale mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will be a cornerstone in Australia's ability to respond to future health threats efficiently. This collaboration not only brings cutting-edge medical technology to the forefront but also emphasizes job creation and local talent development. We're inviting visionary professionals to be part of this transformative journey, making a tangible impact on global health security.
This is a site-based, individual contributor position reporting to the Plant Engineering Manager at our new GMP Manufacturing facility in Clayton, Melbourne. As an Electrical Engineer, you will lead the execution, coordination, and compliance of all electrical-related work across GMP and non-GMP process and support systems. You will be a key first responder for troubleshooting and resolving electrical equipment issues—either hands-on or by managing external service providers. Your work will ensure compliance, safety, and operational readiness of Moderna’s state-of-the-art manufacturing operations in Australia.
Here’s What You’ll Do:
Your key responsibilities will be:
Supervising and coordinating routine and non-routine electrical work orders through the computerized maintenance management system.
Coordinating specification, fabrication, procurement, installation, and engineering start-up of new equipment and systems.
Leading remediation efforts for follow-up and emergency work related to deviations and corrective actions.
Acting as the electrical subject matter expert supporting deviation investigations and CAPA.
Developing and maintaining electrical procedures, safe work methods, and approved practices.
Ensuring all electrical work meets EHS requirements including LOTO, hot works, and working at heights.
Your responsibilities will also include:
Participating in a reliability-centered electrical program, including budget planning, spare part recommendations, and tracking quality metrics.
Supporting internal and external audits with full compliance to cGMP and documentation practices.
Supervising and developing site electrical standards and ensuring their compliance.
Maintaining both electronic and paper-based cGMP records.
Providing rotating “on-call” support for 24/7 plant operations and rapid response to site electrical issues.
Maintaining Qualified Trainer certification to deliver On-Job Training (OJT) to colleagues.
Performing other duties as required to support operational continuity.
The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:
“We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”
This mindset aligns directly with the independence, responsibility, and leadership required to manage electrical systems proactively, ensuring uptime and compliance in a high-stakes GMP manufacturing environment.
“We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”
Your role will engage closely with the computerized maintenance management system and digital records systems—making this mindset critical to optimizing our digital-first operations and aligning with Moderna’s cutting-edge approach to manufacturing.
Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:
Trade qualification – A Grade Electrical License.
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or equivalent) will be considered pending hands-on experience.
3 to 5 years relevant experience working in a regulated (cGMP preferred) environment. Experience working in sterile manufacturing is highly desirable.
Demonstrated management and proficiency in maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of electrical supply and distribution, sensor’s, instrumentation, pneumatics, and drive systems used in bio-pharmaceutical production.
Advanced control systems experience troubleshooting PLC’s, HMI/SCADA systems, Drives (VSD/Servo’s) and instrumentation.
Advanced understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Familiarity with GMP standards, quality management system processes and regulatory standards.
Demonstrated understanding and management of regulatory requirements (TGA, FDA, EMA etc.)
Understanding of how to validate equipment and systems to ensure they are working as intended.
Knowledge of electrical safety practices in the pharmaceutical industry, including handling of hazardous materials and electrical safety.
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience to schedule and track maintenance activities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are required. Expected to be able to present own work to peers and cross-functional managers and influence leadership decisions. Technical writing skills required.
Must have a customer service mindset. Ability to manage competing priorities is critical.
Must be able use his/her technical background to investigate issues using a structured problem solving approach to determine true root cause and develop effective corrective and preventative actions. Must be able to find true root cause and path forward for complex problems.
Ability to identify and drive improvements to electrical tasks and strategy.
Demonstrated ability to learn new equipment/systems.
Familiarity with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are required.
Ability to interact well with other groups and must be able to take ownership of and follow through on assignments. Must be able to drive results on multiple complex assignments simultaneously with minimal required direction from his/her supervisor.
Ability to represent Moderna’s interests, objectives and policies in a professional and responsible manner.
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.
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 [email protected] .
