Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary :

We seek an intermediate level Process Automation Engineer who will take ownership of the technical aspects of manufacturing facility automation / monitoring. The Automation engineer will bring expertise in process optimization, troubleshooting operational issues, supporting operations / manufacturing, facility technologies, and new projects.The Automation Engineer will apply fundamental engineering principles to the design and execution of system modifications, experiments, and new projects. As a key technical resource, the Automation Engineer will collaborate closely with IT, Maintenance, Operations, Quality to solve engineering Controls and Data Systems problems and drive process improvements in a cGMP environment

Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with IT to procure and install hardware and software to meet Operations and Quality requirements.
• Accountable for the set-up and maintenance of SCADA systems.
• Program a variety of PLC software platforms.
• Program a variety of HMI software platforms.
• Accountable for commissioning and verification of all PLC, HMI, and serialization systems.
• Responsible for implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining BAS, FMS, Filling, Packaging, Labelling, and vision / inspection systems.
• Install sensor-based systems as necessary to collect production data and monitor changes in production status.
• Work with IT for connectivity and maintain cyber security standards.
• Responsible for support of FAT / SAT / Validation activities and processes on a global basis.
• Responsible for training other departments on all aspects of automated equipment.
• Provide expedient and 24-hour technical support for troubleshooting and maintaining equipment at all facilities as required.
• Travel to vendor facilities to support FAT / SAT processes.
• Occasionally work outside normal business hours.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of SCADA system configurations, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Interface with other departments as necessary
• Learn and train on new systems as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager / Supervisor

Required Skills / Abilities : (examples)

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.