Senior Automation & Control Engineer

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Senior Automation & Control Engineer supporting Manufacturing , you will be trusted as a subject matter expert in the manufacturing processes in Johns Creek, GA. You will use engineering methods to optimize manufacturing processes and provide sustainable gains in product quality, process yield, and efficiency by using statistical analysis, design of experiments, and daily process troubleshooting. In this role, a typical day will include:

• Identify, design and implement improvements to machines and processes related to the overall contact lens production process.
• Responsible for development of PLC, HMI, Vision Inspection, Laser Marking, and other software for contact lens production equipment - specifically to facilitate process improvements and changes
• Daily troubleshooting and correction of issues related to the support of 24/7 contact lens production process. Includes global support. Provide expert level support and advice to the organization on key processes, as well as global support when requested.
• Planning and coordination of capital automation projects in conjunction with project engineers.
• Participation on capital projects including management of associated internal/external resources and validations.
• Maintenance of software backup libraries and control of computer equipment. Familiar with Siemens S7 and Twincat PLC software.
• Ability to read complex machine code and make changes for process improvement optimizations.
• Follow protocols and continuous improvement support for production initiatives and prepare documentation related to procedures, training, work instructions, validations, DOE, etc.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+16yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 2 Years of Relevant Experience
• Experience with the development and/or support and improvement of highly automated production equipment
• Ability to program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) or Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs), as well as servo drives
• Project Management Experience
• Ability to create specifications and validation protocols for new or modified equipment
• Experience with the following technologies: Beckhoff Twincat; Siemens Step 7 (S7), TwinSafe, relays, hardwired circuits, TIA Portal, and WinCC; Programming with Visual Studio, Visual Basic .NET (VB NET), or C Sharp (C#); Databases
• Experience with data analytics using tools such as Tableau, Minitab, SEEQ, etc
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings
• Working knowledge of various industrial equipment such as robots, servo drives, instrumentation devices, pneumatic cylinders, valves, etc.
• Experience working in fast paced production environment. Preferably an FDA regulated environment

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.
• Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!