Automation Controls Technologist,

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off 20–35 days

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support engineering and manufacturing teams, ensuring equipment reliability and driving improvement projects.

You will troubleshoot automation systems and contribute to day-to-day operations while supporting higher-level engineering functions. The role emphasizes implementing solutions, coordinating technical tasks, and maintaining critical control systems in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience as an engineering technologist or in a related technical role.
• Ability to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility.
• Management, or equivalent technical field; relevant certifications considered.
• Project management capability, with experience coordinating technical tasks and supporting engineering initiatives.
• Familiarity with TQM, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies (preferred).
• Experience with CAD or 3D design tools (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automation systems, including PLCs, servos, robotics, HMIs and related control components.
• Support manufacturing operations by diagnosing equipment issues and implementing improvements.
• Lead or participate in medium to large technical projects, ensuring on-time completion.
• Prepare and update standard operating procedures for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Assist in implementing equipment modifications and ensuring regulatory documentation.
• Investigate root causes and implement practical process improvements.
• Perform hardware and software updates and maintain accurate specifications.

Skills

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

CAD/3D design tools

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter

This is where your expertise helps people.

You’ll provide essential hands on technical support to our engineering and manufacturing teams, ensuring equipment runs reliably and improvement projects are executed effectively. This role is a key contributor to day to day operations and supports higher level engineering functions by implementing solutions, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining critical systems.

What you'll be doing

• Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing improvements to enhance reliability and performance.
• Diagnose and repair automation systems, including PLCs, servos, robotics, HMIs and related control components under the guidance of Process/Controls Engineers and Maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems associated with automated and conventional manufacturing equipment.
• Manage medium to large scope technical projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and aligned with engineering direction.
• Provide engineering support within project teams, contributing to process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Assist in installing, validating, and implementing equipment modifications, ensuring compliance with documentation and regulatory expectations.
• Investigate equipment or process issues, analyze root causes, and recommend practical improvements.
• Perform hardware and software updates, maintaining accurate functional specifications and adhering to change control requirements.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for new and existing electrical control systems.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for new and existing mechanical systems and equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively, supporting multi-functional teams to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Apply strong project management skills to coordinate tasks, track progress, and ensure successful execution of assigned work.

What you'll bring

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience as an engineering technologist or in a related technical role.
• Ability to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility.
• Management, or equivalent technical field; relevant certifications considered.
• Project management capability, with experience coordinating technical tasks and supporting engineering initiatives.
• Familiarity with TQM, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies (preferred).
• Experience with CAD or 3D design tools (preferred).

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $76,000 - $104,500 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits At Baxter (except For Puerto Rico)

• Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits.

Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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