Sr Automation Engineer: 25-00103

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sr Automation Engineer to play a key role in the design and support of building automation systems. The role involves troubleshooting, programming, and collaborating with IT to enhance site performance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant experience in automation within a GMP manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a manufacturing support environment as a system integrator or automation engineer.
• Experience with PLC and DCS coding, installation, and support.

Responsibilities

• Identifying critical interfaces between building and equipment systems.
• Providing technical solutions to process, building, and networking challenges.
• Programming, configuring, and integrating equipment into site networks and systems.

Skills

Automation

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

PLC

DCS

PI

Win-911

InfoBatch

Delta Controls

Beckman Coulter Vi-CELL

Job description

Sr Automation Engineer

Location: Bedford, MA

Job Description

The Controls / Automation Engineer plays a key role in the detailed design, specification, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing support of building and equipment automation and controls. This role supports operations, troubleshoots issues, and implements continuous improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Identifying critical interfaces between building and equipment systems.
• Interpreting P&IDs, wiring diagrams, facility/equipment drawings, and equipment specifications to determine automation strategies for a GMP manufacturing facility.
• Performing troubleshooting and repair activities.
• Providing technical solutions to process, building, and networking challenges.
• Collaborating with IT and other partners to resolve issues and improve site performance.
• Serving as a subject matter expert in all site automation systems.
• Programming, configuring, and integrating equipment into site networks and systems.
• Developing, reviewing, and approving engineering documentation.
• Supporting development of engineering standards and procedures.
• Supporting manufacturing and QC laboratory automation and instrumentation needs.
• Participating in cross-functional investigations, root cause analysis, CAPA, and improvement initiatives.
• Completing required training on time and maintaining current certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, or Computer Science with relevant controls experience.
• 4+ years in a manufacturing support environment as a system integrator or automation engineer.
• Experience with PLC and DCS coding, installation, and support (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, DeltaV).
• Knowledge of systems like PI, Win-911, and InfoBatch.
• Experience with Client systems (Delta Controls).
• Experience with analytical equipment such as balances, pH/DO meters, Nova FLEX2, Beckman Coulter Vi-CELL, and filter integrity testers.
• Understanding of instrumentation, electrical, wiring standards, and network architecture.
• Familiarity with communication protocols like Ethernet IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC, BACnet.
• Awareness of current automation trends and modern controls architectures.
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and data integrity standards (FDA Part 11, European Annex 11).
• Ability to manage the automation lifecycle of control components.
• Familiarity with bioprocessing systems for drug manufacturing.
• Ability to work in controlled environments with GxP gowning and PPE requirements, including use of respirators if necessary.