Manufacturing Software/Automation Engineer

at  QRC Group Inc

Company Description
QRC Group, LLC is a firm dedicated to offer services to the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices and Chemical Industries in the validation and regulatory fields.
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Job Description
Support internal projects and activities complying with the technical requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience of Rockwell Automation products
• Design and programing of CompactLogix PLCs (Required)
• Design and programing of FactoryTalk View SE applications (Required)
• Design and programing of FactoryTalk View ME applications (Required)
• Design and configuration of FactoryTalk Historian (Preferred)
• Knowledge and experience of software development using visual studio (Preferred)
• Knowledge and experience with SQL databases. (Preferred)
• Knowledge and experience with Ethernet networks.
• Previous experience in regulated industry (Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices)
• Knowledge and experience with Vision Inspection Systems
• Knowledge and experience with motion control and machine safety
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing traceability systems (e.g. MES)
  Additional Information
  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

• Support installation, startup, configuration and validation of new equipment.
• Document software and/or test development by writing documents, reports, memos, and change requests. Methods used are determined by approved procedures and standards.
• Perform assessments and modifications to automated systems to add or improve its functionalities. Automated equipment includes, but is not limited to:
• PLCs (AB CompactLogix)
• HMI/SCADA system (FT View SE, ME)
• Vision Inspection systems (Cognex VisionPro, Insight)
• Motion Control
• Develop maintenance procedures for automated systems.
• Recommend and/or implement business continuity strategies.
• Identify obsolete parts and replacement options.
• Perform proof of concepts to assess feasibility of proposed solutions.
• Develop and test backup/restore procedures.
• Participate in meetings and provide status update when required.
• Contact manufacturers and suppliers when necessary to obtain quotes or to identify solutions.
• Coordinate activities related to assigned projects and escalate when necessary to remove barriers that affects project scope and/or schedule.