Sr Automation Engineer 1, DPFG

About the position

The Senior Automation Engineer 1, MES provides support to the Drug Product Finished Goods Manufacturing (DPFG) facility. This includes implementation of changes to the Automation systems, updating design documents, executing testing, troubleshooting events, and being a part of Automation on-call support. This role leads projects and handle complex changes while coordinating with other internal and external groups.

Responsibilities

• Leads the design and integration of OEM equipment for formulation, filling, and automated inspection processes into the site infrastructure.
• Manages ongoing and new automation projects, ensuring delivery within budget, timelines, and quality standards while aligning with company objectives.
• Ensures integration and synchronization of MES systems with production equipment and infrastructure.
• Oversees automation testing during FAT, commissioning, and site validation activities.
• Leads change control processes and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Develops and mentors junior and senior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Stays current with industry trends and advancements, recommending improvements to maintain cutting-edge automation capabilities.
• Leads the development for various specification documents (e.g., user requirements specification (URS), functional specification (FS), design qualification (DQ), etc.).
• Plans and implements the technical direction for area of responsibility.
• Leads small teams through Automation changes and Tech Transfers including schedule development and project management.
• Makes complex decisions across single Automation systems.
• Serves as on-call support for Automation inquiries and troubleshooting.
• Collaborates with other departments, such as Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Validation.
• Conducts training and presents information to team or other stakeholders.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in technical field of study relevant to Automation or Instrumentation & Controls with 8 years of Automation experience OR Master's degree in technical field of study relevant to Automation or Instrumentation & Controls with 6+ years of Automation experience.
• Experience with MES systems and OEM equipment integration.
• Knowledge of computer networking, switches, and communication troubleshooting.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in the fundamental technologies used within PAS-X.
• Expertise with Siemens PLC/HMI programming, AVEVA (Wonderware) SCADA and AVEVA PI Historian.
• Previous experience within pharma/GMP experience.
• Experience managing vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality project deliverables.