Sr. Automation Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and release automation systems for piping assemblies, fluid/gas handling, and motorized agitation systems in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC automation engineer (biopharma manufacturing)
Builds
Automation systems for pilot and commercial scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC programming, HMI development, FactoryTalk software, Control Studio/Batch coding, OPC/Ethernet IP integration, OSISoft Pi Historian, MES integration, GAMP 5 compliance, 21CFR Part 11 knowledge, GMP system support, project lifecycle management, RFQ evaluation, equipment design review
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
RSlinx, RSlogix5/500/5000, Factory Talk View, Control Studio, Batch, OSISoft Pi Historian, MES, OPC, Ethernet IP
Responsibilities
Develop engineering design documents and test plans for cGMP process equipment; Lead automation projects from concept to production; Manage critical automation projects to ensure validated state; Provide configuration and break/fix support for automation systems; Design layout of equipment and workspace for efficiency and safety; Supervise installation and testing to verify requirements; Develop manufacturing solutions combining manual and automated processes; Prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations; Conduct equipment design reviews and provide guidance to suppliers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC