Onsite Senior Automation Engineer

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About the role

  • Automation Team Lead managing all on-site industrial controls systems at Zoetis. Focused on compliance and efficiency in automation for pharmaceutical standards.

Responsibilities

  • Support and oversee management of all on-site industrial controls systems BMS, PMS, EMS and PCS infrastructure and RLAN IT/OT architecture
  • Lead and maintain Automation master plan for the entire site
  • Manage life cycle and change control process for all automation control systems
  • Provide support to maintenance teams for troubleshooting instruments and control systems
  • Develop training programs for instrumentation and control systems to enhance team skills
  • Manage vendors and consultants, ensuring contracts contain technical specifications
  • Stay updated on developments in instrumentation and control technology
  • Interface with users, peers, and management for appropriate input and integration of standards
  • Provide technical expertise during regulatory audits
  • Author, review, revise, or approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Oversee implementation of essential automation infrastructure from conception to completion
  • Lead/Coordinate Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test for all automation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, automation engineering, or a related field is required
  • 10 years managing automation systems experience in automation engineering, particularly in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors is required
  • Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems within a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment
  • Proficiency in PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, DCS (Distributed Control System), and other automation technologies
  • Knowledge of industry standards such as ISA-88, ISA-95, and GAMP (Good Automated Manufacturing Practice)
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including FDA regulations, cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice), and other relevant guidelines governing the pharmaceutical industry
  • Technical Experience leading and managing automation projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets
  • Understanding of equipment and system validation processes, including IQ (Installation Qualification), OQ (Operational Qualification), and PQ (Performance Qualification)
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
  • Basic understanding of IT/OT (Information Technology/Operational Technology) digital concepts, with the ability to integrate automation systems EMS, DCS, PCS and BMS into broader digital frameworks
  • Efficient Project Management skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills for concise and practical presentations
  • Proficiency in English, both written and oral.
  • Computer proficiency with email; internet/online training; working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel; familiarity with manufacturing software programs

Benefits

  • Competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits
  • An array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources

Job title

Senior Automation Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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