Senior Automation Engineer I

6+ years of experience in manufacturing GxP support environment, as a system integrator or automation engineer.

PLC and DCS coding, installation, and support, including but not limited to Ignition, Allen Bradley, Siemens, and DeltaV.

Understanding and configuration of systems such as PI, Kepware, Win-911, and Wonderware.

Experience with BMS systems (Delta Controls preferred).

Experience with analytical equipment such as balances, pH/DO meters, Nova FLEX2, Beckman Coulter Vi-CELL, filter integrity testers, etc.

Understanding of control instrumentation, electrical, and wiring standards.

The Senior Automation Engineer I plays a critical role in the design, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing support of the Operational Technology (OT) network that enables process, building, and equipment control systems.

This role leads Automation activities during technology transfers, supports daily operations, resolves technical issues, and drives continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include identifying essential interfaces between the OT network and process/building systems; interpreting P&IDs, wiring diagrams, facility and equipment drawings, and specifications to develop effective automation strategies for GMP manufacturing; and performing hands-on troubleshooting and repairs.

Lead tech transfer activities to implement parameter changes, alarm changes, graphic/logic changes and historical data changes.

Collaborate with Process Engineering to implement operational improvements, upgrades and bringing new systems online.

Collaboratively work with IT, Facilities, EHS, area BSO’s and other internal and external partners to resolve issues and improve site performance.