Senior Automation Engineer

SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Location; Bedford, MA

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Controls / Automation Engineer will support the design, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing maintenance of building and equipment automation systems within a GMP manufacturing environment. This role provides technical support, resolves operational issues, and identifies continuous improvement opportunities across automation platforms and instrumentation systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical expertise for building and equipment automation systems, including troubleshooting and system support.
• Interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and equipment specifications to define automation strategies.
• Develop solutions to process, building, and network challenges associated with automated systems.
• Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, and QC to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Serve as subject matter expert for site automation systems.
• Program, configure, and integrate equipment into OT Networks, Client, and QMS systems.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation including equipment specifications and test protocols.
• Support development of engineering standards, practices, and procedures.
• Participate in investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
• Support automation and instrumentation requirements for manufacturing and laboratory operations.
• Maintain required training and compliance with GMP standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.