Associate Automation Engineer: Process Controls & Innovation

Novo Nordisk A/S; Clayton (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay and annual performance bon

All employees enjoy generous paid time

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, 1

Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus 1

Family Focused Benefits including 14 w

Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed p

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking an experienced automation engineer to improve reliability of process control systems across aseptic production and packaging. You will partner with operations, quality and IT to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong PLC/DCS/SCADA and MES knowledge, plus experience with Oracle/MS SQL databases. Travel up to 10% may be required, and Novo Nordisk offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• Associate’s degree with 2 years’ engineering experience in process-based manufacturing required.
• High School diploma with 4 years’ process-based manufacturing experience required.
• Minimum 2 years engineering experience in process-based manufacturing preferred.
• Technical knowledge of process/functional systems preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC, DCS/SCADA, MES, Oracle, MS SQL and Historian is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support plans to maintain and improve process control systems.
• Coordinate with operations to schedule and execute plans.
• Develop and apply automation change controls and maintenance plans.
• Coach and train colleagues and stakeholders in automation processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety requirements.
• Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and local stakeholders on initiatives.
• Follow Novo Nordisk Way in behavior.

Skills

PLC

DCS/SCADA

MES

Historian

General controls

Technical/Process knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Associate’s degree in engineering with 2 years experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years experience

Tools

Oracle

MS SQL

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking an experienced automation engineer to improve reliability of process control systems across aseptic production and packaging. You will partner with operations, quality and IT to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

The role requires strong PLC/DCS/SCADA and MES knowledge, plus experience with Oracle/MS SQL databases. Travel up to 10% may be required, and Novo Nordisk offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative culture.