Automation & Controls Engineer

S4 Analytics; Indiana; On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

S4 Analytics seeks an experienced Automation & Controls Engineer to support a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing client in Indiana. The contract role covers commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and ongoing operations of a new facility.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automation, hands-on PLC/BMS experience (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon), and familiarity with DeltaV or other DCS platforms. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation, controls, PLC, or BMS.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Modicon PLCs.
• Experience with DeltaV or other DCS platforms is a plus.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting, control logic, I/O, and instrumentation knowledge.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environments.
• Experience in commissioning, startup, FAT/SAT, and functional testing.
• Knowledge of HVAC, facility utilities, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Johnson Controls BMS experience is highly desirable.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning, startup, and FAT/SAT activities for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
• Troubleshoot and operate manufacturing processes in ongoing operations.
• Document procedures, test results, and equipment configurations.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to meet project milestones.

Skills

Automation

Controls

PLC

BMS

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Modicon PLCs

DeltaV / DCS platforms

Job description

S4 Analytics is a growing consulting and workforce solutions firm specializing in connecting skilled professionals with leading organizations across life sciences, IT, semiconductor, automotive, and other industries.

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Automation & Controls Engineers to support a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing client with commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and ongoing operations of a new manufacturing facility.

Location: Indiana

Job Type: Contract

Key Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Automation, Controls, PLC, or BMS.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Modicon PLCs.
• Experience with DeltaV or other DCS platforms is a plus.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting, control logic, I/O, and instrumentation knowledge.
• Experience with pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environments.
• Experience in commissioning, startup, FAT/SAT, and functional testing.
• Knowledge of HVAC, facility utilities, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Johnson Controls BMS experience is highly desirable.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

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