Automation Engineer

JC Automation, Corp.; Carolina (PR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Automation Corp. seeks an Automation Engineer to support in Carolina, PR, for an initial six-month term. The role blends automation expertise with project leadership, collaborating across engineering, operations, quality, IT, and site stakeholders.

The candidate should have a BS in Engineering and 2–4 years (or 5–10 years in a similar role) with DeltaV, instrumentation experience, and GMP validation exposure. Onsite and cross-functional communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Computer, Mechanical, or Industrial).
• 2–4 years of experience with demonstrated learning agility, or 5–10 years in a similar automation/controls position.
• Experience and knowledge of DeltaV and instrumentation (smart and conventional).
• Prior experience with alarm management or rationalization studies (ISA-18.2 / EEMUA 191 principles) preferred.
• Computer systems validation experience in regulated (GMP) operations.
• Strong data analysis skills (Excel and alarm management/reporting tools such as Logmate).
• Logical, systematic approach to problem solving, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead alarm rationalization, configuration, testing, and/or validation activities for implemented alarm changes.
• Provide engineering support and project management across cross-functional teams.
• Review SOPs, drawings, schematics, and work orders related to rationalized alarms.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Project leadership

Multi-priority management

Education

BS in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Computer, Mechanical, or Industrial)

Tools

DeltaV

Alarm management tools (Logmate)

Job description

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

ABOUT THE ROLE

JC Automation is seeking a Automation Engineer to support in Carolina PR, for an initial term of six (6) months.

The ideal candidate will combine technical automation expertise with project leadership skills and will be comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, IT, and other site stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• BS in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Computer, Mechanical, or Industrial).
• 2-4 years of experience with demonstrated learning agility, or 5–10 years of proven experience in a similar automation/controls position.
• Experience and knowledge of DeltaV and instrumentation (smart and conventional)
• Prior experience with alarm management or rationalization studies (e.g., ISA-18.2 / EEMUA 191 principles) is strongly preferred.
• Computer systems validation experience in regulated (GMP) operations.
• Strong data analysis skills (Excel and alarm management/reporting tools such as Logmate).
• Logical, systematic approach to problem solving, with the ability to manage multiple priorities based on business needs.
• Strong communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

SKILLS

Technical Skills

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for alarm configuration within DeltaV systems in the designated areas.
• Develop and maintain the master alarm database and support rationalization documentation.
• Configure and/or validate approved alarm changes within the automation systems, ensuring compliance with data integrity requirements throughout the change life cycle.
• Provide frontline troubleshooting support for DeltaV alarm-related issues, as applicable, and support ongoing training of operations and maintenance personnel on rationalized alarm response.
• Review SOPs, drawings, schematics, and work orders related to rationalized alarms and send them to the SME.

Provide engineering support and project management by:

• Leading the alarm rationalization, configuration, testing, and/or validation activities for implemented alarm changes.

Soft Skills

• Logical, systematic problem-solving
• Ability to manage multiple priorities based on business needs
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Availability and flexibility to support onsite and remotely.