Sr. Automation Engineer - Downstream/Buffer

Durham💼 Full-time💰 $108,500–$108,500🗓 2026-09-09 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead automation system design, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle support for GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

Role type

Senior IC automation engineer (pharmaceutical manufacturing)

Builds

Reliable, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations for life-changing medicines

Domain

Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial automation

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

DCS platforms (Emerson DeltaV), PLC, SCADA, HMI, GMP regulations, FDA requirements, 21 CFR Part 11, ISA-88 principles, project leadership, troubleshooting

Preferred skills

Third-party equipment integration, URS/FS development, change controls, continuous improvement

Technologies

Emerson DeltaV, PLC, SCADA, HMI, MES, DCS, BMS

Responsibilities

Lead automation system design and lifecycle support; Serve as technical SME for control systems; Drive automation project execution; Oversee third-party equipment integration; Develop validation specifications; Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective actions; Execute change controls and system upgrades; Provide technical support including on-call rotations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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