Sr Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Senior Automation Engineer

Location : Onsite Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility

Role Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Building Management Systems (BMS), PLC programming, and automation controls to support utilities and manufacturing systems in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical facility . This role covers system integration, troubleshooting, and automation project leadership for a 24 / 7 operation.

Key Responsibilities

Develop strategies and ensure the reliability of utility automation systems .

Maintain automation engineering master plans and perform periodic reviews.

Create GMP-compliant documentation (URS, FAT, IQ / OQ, PM, SOPs).

Support capital projects from conceptual design through project execution .

Implement process automation improvements to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs , and automation devices.

Diagnose control / programming issues; manage spare parts inventory.

Serve as SME for automation during audits, change control, and validation.

Manage Johnson Controls Metasys and Rockwell Automation platforms.

Integrate multiple automation platforms (Allen Bradley, MODBUS, BACNet).

Mentor automation engineers and lead knowledge-sharing sessions .

Ensure compliance with OSHA, safety programs, and GMP standards .

Qualifications

Bachelors in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field (Masters preferred).

8+ years in automation / controls for pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing .

Proficiency in BAS / BMS programming or HVAC controls .

Experience with Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens .

Familiarity with OSI PI or other data historian systems.

Knowledge of industrial automation, cGMP regulations, and 21 CFR Part 11 .

Skilled in AutoCAD, MS Project , and cross-departmental collaboration.

Apply now to advance your career in automation engineering within a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.