Automation Engineer

Xyntek Inc; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Catalyx seeks an Automation Engineer to support plasmid manufacturing operations and plant automation systems. The role emphasizes hands-on automation, controls, and maintaining compliant operations in a regulated environment.

You will troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation, participate in commissioning and qualification, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Quality teams to improve reliability and efficiency.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation, or related field.
• 2–5 years of automation or manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA/HMI and industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with GMP/regulated environments is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work across Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Willingness to provide on-call support.

Responsabilidades

• Provide day-to-day automation and controls support for plasmid manufacturing processes and plant operations.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation and related equipment.
• Support maintenance, modification, and optimization of automation systems.
• Assist with testing, implementation, and documentation of changes.
• Participate in commissioning, qualification, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors on automation projects.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and change controls.
• Support investigations, CAPAs, and other quality activities related to automation.

Conocimientos

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

On-call readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation/Controls Engineering or related field

Herramientas

PLC

HMI

Industrial control systems

Descripción del empleo

Baltimore, United States | Posted on 10/13/2026

Catalyx specializes in the science of operational processes. With a footprint across North America and Europe, the company carefully automates and services R&D, production, packaging, and delivery processes—globally with a sophisticated blend of products, technologies, and lifecycle services. The company was formed in 2022 after CXV Global (Crest Solutions, Xyntek, and VistaLink) and Panacea Technologies joined forces. For over three decades, Catalyx’s partnership-based culture has helped organizations in production-intense, highly regulated industries optimize their operational efficiency, performance, and safety. To learn more about the company's experience and comprehensive suite of capabilities and solutions, visit www.catalyx.ai .

Job Description

Catalyx is seeking an AutomationEngineerto support plasmid manufacturing operations and plant automationsystems. This role will provide hands-on automation, and controls support for manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and production processes, with afocus on maintaining reliable and compliant operations

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day automation and controls support for plasmid manufacturing processes and plant operations.
• Troubleshoot automation, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Support the maintenance, modification, and optimization of automation systems to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Assist with the development, testing, implementation, and documentation of automation system changes.
• Participate in equipment commissioning, qualification, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Work with Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to identify automation-related issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support plant control systems, process equipment, utilities, and facility automation as needed.
• Assist with system upgrades, software changes, alarm management, and control strategy improvements.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including automation specifications, system documentation, change controls, and troubleshooting records.
• Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and other quality-related activities associated with automation systems.
• Ensure automation activities comply with applicable GMP, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors/contractors on automation projects and technical issues.
• Participate in on-call or off-hours support activities when required to maintain plant operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 2–5 years of experience in automation, controls, instrumentation, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience working with PLC and HMI systems, industrial control systems, or manufacturing automation.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and automation-related issues.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or plant operations in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or other regulated environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP, GxP, FDA-regulated environments, or computerized system validation is a plus.
• Experience with automation system documentation, change controls, testing, commissioning, or qualification is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to respond effectively to equipment and production issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other technical teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to provide occasional off-hours or on-call support when required.