QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field (Masters preferred).
• 8+ years in automation/controls for pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing.
• Proficiency in BAS/BMS programming or HVAC controls.
• Experience with Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens.
• Familiarity with OSI PI or other data historian systems.
• Knowledge of industrial automation, cGMP regulations, and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Skilled in AutoCAD, MS Project, and cross-departmental collaboration.
  Apply now to advance your career in automation engineering within a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a full-time Senior Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Building Management Systems (BMS), PLC programming, and automation controls to support utilities and manufacturing systems in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical facility. This role covers system integration, troubleshooting, and automation project leadership for a 24/7 operation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop strategies and ensure the reliability of utility automation systems.
• Maintain automation engineering master plans and perform periodic reviews.
• Create GMP-compliant documentation (URS, FAT, IQ/OQ, PM, SOPs).
• Support capital projects from conceptual design through project execution.
• Implement process automation improvements to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and automation devices.
• Diagnose control/programming issues; manage spare parts inventory.
• Serve as SME for automation during audits, change control, and validation.
• Manage Johnson Controls Metasys and Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Integrate multiple automation platforms (Allen Bradley, MODBUS, BACNet).
• Mentor automation engineers and lead knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, safety programs, and GMP standards.