Automation Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of the automation and control systems supporting a fast-paced manufacturing site. This individual will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality to troubleshoot technical issues, optimize processes, improve equipment reliability, and implement automation enhancements.
The role offers significant hands-on involvement and the opportunity to lead automation improvements across the facility. The successful candidate will help develop best practices and deliver practical automation solutions that improve safety, quality, reliability, and overall manufacturing performance while supporting cGMP and ISO requirements.
Responsibilities Include:
- Troubleshoot automation and control system issues, perform root cause investigations, and implement effective solutions to restore equipment performance and reduce production downtime.
- Drive reliability-related corrective actions through completion, ensuring improvements are properly documented, validated, and maintained to minimize repeat failures.
- Establish and enhance preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies for automated equipment and control systems.
- Plan and execute automation upgrades across manufacturing and packaging equipment, working with technologies such as PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and machine safety/interlock systems.
- Develop and refine automation and control system architecture with an emphasis on system reliability, operational safety, and long-term maintainability.
- Partner with Project Engineering during equipment commissioning and start-up, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to support smooth system turnover and operator preparedness.
- Prepare and maintain automation documentation, including electrical/control schematics, SOPs, software records, and change-control documentation, while supporting audit readiness and data integrity requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and training to Operations and Maintenance teams, helping strengthen troubleshooting capabilities, improve first-time resolution, and build greater automation expertise across the site.
Ideal Skillset:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant engineering field.
- 4-6 years of professional experience supporting industrial automation, controls, or automated equipment within a manufacturing setting.
- Hands-on experience programming and supporting PLC platforms, including Rockwell CompactLogix and MicroLogix, along with HMI development and robotic automation systems.
- Proven ability to commission, troubleshoot, maintain, and provide ongoing lifecycle support for automation and control systems.
- Familiarity with cGMP and ISO standards, as well as applicable manufacturing safety practices and requirements.
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and other functions.
- Experience using SAP CMMS and Microsoft Office tools for maintenance management, data analysis, reporting, and performance monitoring is preferred.
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