Automation Engineer

Responsibilities

·       Provide day-to-day automation and controls
support for plasmid manufacturing processes and plant operations.

·       Troubleshoot automation, control systems, PLCs,
HMIs, instrumentation, and related manufacturing equipment.

·       Support the maintenance, modification, and
optimization of automation systems to improve equipment reliability and
production efficiency.

·       Assist with the development, testing,
implementation, and documentation of automation system changes.

·       Participate in equipment commissioning,
qualification, startup, and troubleshooting activities.

·       Work with Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to
identify automation-related issues and implement effective corrective actions.

·       Support plant control systems, process
equipment, utilities, and facility automation as needed.

·       Assist with system upgrades, software changes,
alarm management, and control strategy improvements.

·       Maintain accurate technical documentation,
including automation specifications, system documentation, change controls, and
troubleshooting records.

·       Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and
other quality-related activities associated with automation systems.

·       Ensure automation activities comply with
applicable GMP, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams and
external vendors/contractors on automation projects and technical issues.

·       Participate in on-call or off-hours support
activities when required to maintain plant operations.

Requirements

·       Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering,
Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a
related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.

·       2–5 years of experience in automation,
controls, instrumentation, or manufacturing engineering.

·       Experience working with PLC and HMI
systems, industrial control systems, or manufacturing automation.

·       Ability to troubleshoot electrical, controls,
instrumentation, and automation-related issues.

·       Experience supporting manufacturing or plant
operations in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or other
regulated environment is preferred.

·       Familiarity with GMP, GxP, FDA-regulated
environments, or computerized system validation is a plus.

·       Experience with automation system documentation,
change controls, testing, commissioning, or qualification is preferred.

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
with the ability to respond effectively to equipment and production issues.

·       Ability to work collaboratively with
Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other technical teams.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·       Ability to manage multiple priorities in a
fast-paced manufacturing environment.

·       Willingness to provide occasional off-hours or
on-call support when required.