Automation Engineer I / II / Sr. Automation Engineer I / II / Principle Engineer

Overview

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Location

Location : Clayton NC

Contract Type

Contract Type : Regular Full-Time

Area

Area : Manufacturing

Role Summary

The Automation Engineer I is an entry level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, this person provides automation support for projects or within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects. The incumbent is knowledgeable in Automation with the capability to learn specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing. He / she supports meeting customer needs and business goals. In addition, he / she will collaborate with other automation engineers.

The Automation Engineer II is a junior level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, this person provides automation support for projects or within a specific area or provide validation support for automation projects. The Automation Engineer II will also integrate into supporting a large-scale project. He / she is recognized as proficient in their field such as specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing. He / she meets customer needs in support of business goals. In addition, the incumbent will collaborate with other automation engineers.

Senior / Principal Levels

The Senior Automation Engineer I is a senior level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, he / she may be a stand-alone contributor who can lead small scale automation projects, provide automation support within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects. The Senior Automation Engineer I may integrate into supporting a large-scale project and is proficient in their field. The Senior Automation Engineer II is a senior level professional who can lead medium / small scale automation projects, be an automation lead within a specific area, or be the automation validation lead for medium / small scale automation projects. He / she is recognized as an SME in their field and mentors and coaches junior level engineers. The Principal Automation Engineer is a senior level professional who can lead large-scale automation projects and supervise others as needed.

Responsibilities

• Project Support - Work within a project team, teamwork, schedule adherence, execution, start-up, commissioning, owner interaction, qualifications
• Provide support in designated area / field. Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities Areas
• Communication - Provide excellent verbal and written communications within area of responsibility
• Problem solving - Use / demonstrate problem solving skills to support needs within area of responsibility
• Promote a collaborative environment and effective teamwork
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation
• After hours support may be required
• Additional duties as assigned / required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Qualifications

Master's Degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and [0] years of direct experience in automation engineering and / or validation or

Bachelor's degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and [2] years of direct experience in automation engineering and / or validation.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be accepted for various levels.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Work is performed in an office and a laboratory / manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Protective equipment required. Physical demands include sitting for 4-6 hours per day, possible standing, bending, frequent hand movements, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, vision requirements, and ability to follow written or oral instructions / procedures.

Location Note

Location : Clayton NC

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