Job Description
Our client is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support all on-site industrial control systems, including BMS, PMS, EMS, PCS infrastructure, and RLAN IT / OT architecture. This role is essential to the development, implementation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems, ensuring compliance with GMP and non-GMP standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and install instrumentation and control systems (BAS, data systems, process control, DCS, utility PLCs)
- Maintain lifecycle and change control processes for all automation systems
- Troubleshoot and support maintenance teams with instrumentation and control systems
- Develop training programs to enhance team capabilities in automation technologies
- Collaborate with vendors and consultants to ensure technical specifications and delivery standards
- Stay current with advancements in instrumentation and control technologies
- Interface with cross-functional teams to align with local and corporate standards
- Provide technical expertise during regulatory audits
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Support full implementation of automation infrastructure
Required Skills and Experience
3–5 years of experience developing automation systemsGMP experience in pharmaceutical or food & beverage environmentsProficiency in : PLC programming (Rockwell / Allen-Bradley)SCADA systems (Ignition preferred; FactoryTalk acceptable)DCS and other automation platformsIntegration experience with third-party systemsFamiliarity with : ISA-88, ISA-95, GAMPFDA regulations and cGMP guidelinesValidation processes (IQ, OQ, PQ)IT / OT integration conceptsEducation
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Automation Engineering (required)Advanced technical degrees (preferred)Additional Competencies
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to manage automation system lifecycle and digital integrationExperience supporting large-scale automation projects from concept to commissioningSkills
Automation, PLC, SCADA, GMP, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, BMS, PMS, EMS, PCS, DCS, ISA-88, ISA-95, GAMP, IQ / OQ / PQ, IT / OT
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00 / hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following :
Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.