We are seeking
a skilled individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment to support and implement our Automation solutions across our facility.
As an Automation Engineer, your job responsibilities include:
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA), preferably Rockwells FactoryTalk View Systems.
Trouble-shoot process control applications (Rockwell and Siemens PLCs) utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine interface (HMI) Support Rockwells Data Historian, AssetCentre, FactoryTalk Directory, etc.
Troubleshoot day-to-day issues and provide guidance to Associate engineers.
Good understanding of control system philosophy, control system standards, instrumentation configuration, programming, and design in a cGMP environment.
Development of detailed specifications, engineering documents, SOPs, test scripts, and engineering standards.
Effectively interact and collaborate with cross-functional departments, and clients to meet company expectations.
Independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multitask in a dynamic environment, and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making.Support ownership and administration of process control automation in a GMP-regulated environment.
Generate and follow proper change control for any automation/process changes within the system.
Lead root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues related to electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
Support new product introductions or new technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, engineering studies, implementing automation system configuration changes, and supporting engineering runs.
Design and testing of newly installed and currently installed automation-based process and packaging equipment.
Assist in the support of network advancements and new technologies as they pertain to networking architectures.Basic Qualifications and Capabilities:
Masters degree and 2 years of Engineering/Automation experience, or bachelors degree & 4 years of Engineering/Automation experience, or associate degree and 6+ years of Engineering/Automation experience (Preferably Electrical or Computer Engineering).
Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, Data Integrity, and GAMP 5.
Knowledge and understanding of Data Integrity and how it applies to the Pharmaceutical Industry, with a specific focus on guidelines from the FDA.
Experience in a GMP environment, change control, nonconformance, corrective and preventive actions, and validation practices.
Knowledge of systems such as Allen Bradley PLC platforms (ControlLogix , CompactLogix), and Studio 5000 software.
Knowledge of Siemens PLCs and software (TIA Portal software) Knowledge of FactoryTalk Directory, FactoryTalk AssetCentre, FactoryTalk Data Historian, Factory Talk View SE & ME, and WIN911.
Experience working in virtual environments.
(ESXI version 7.0, VMware Workstation, Virtual Network Configuration).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in sterile fill-finish facility manufacturing.
Experience with regulatory inspections.
Programming Switches, Firewalls, and designing networking architecture is preferred.
Thin Manager/Thin Clients, SQL Server design, implementation, and support.
Experience with BMS, EMS systems, OPC, ODBC, Data Historians, WIN911, as well as Chillers, Boilers, HVAC and Wastewater systemsPhysical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the essential duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.