Automation Engineer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) match

PTO starting 20 days

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. in Cherry Hill, New Jersey is seeking an Automation Engineer to maintain and modify control systems for the pharmaceutical production facility.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical and PLC/HMI systems, programming PLCs, and supporting installation and changeovers in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work with Operations and Engineering to meet production goals, prepare technical documentation, and ensure compliance with cGMP.

Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering or related field, or Associates with relevant experience.
• 4+ years of PLC and HMI design and programming for industrial equipment.
• 5 years of experience in design, installation and support of electrical and control systems.
• Experience in design and development of electrical and software systems; strong problem solving.
• Knowledge of field instrumentation, PLCs, and computers; mechanical aptitude helpful.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with AutoCAD and creating electrical schematics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical control circuits, motor control and safety systems.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and control systems.
• Support projects on weekends or outside shifts as needed.
• Maintain process control documentation and records.
• Coordinate with departments and vendors; assist in process improvements.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, manuals and SOPs.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Electrical control systems

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associates degree with equivalent experience

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer

Location: Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Automation Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and modifying control systems for the pharmaceutical production facility. The production equipment in the plant includes critical systems, filling, inspection and packaging. The position also involves electro-mechanical troubleshooting backup/ recovery of all systems. Provides guidance and participates in preventive and predictive maintenance of the electrical and control systems. Provides technical support for a variety of electronic\electrical systems. Perform troubleshooting of high-performance production equipment. Make program changes and complete back-ups via multiple manufacturers PLC/HMI and control software. Also responsible for systems programming of computer control programmable logic controller interfaces. Must be able to evaluate and order critical spare parts. Maintains equipment maintenance logs and documentation in accordance with SOP and cGMP guidelines. Completes necessary Corrective and Preventative Work Orders, as well as assigned trainings. Assist in set-ups or changeovers of equipment as necessary per the production schedule. Works closely with Operations and Engineering personnel to meet production goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting electrical control circuits, motor control and safety control circuits Electrical/Controls Engineer Responsibilities.
• Program Control System and troubleshoot and program PLC’s.
• Support projects occasionally on weekends and outside shift hours.
• Maintain documentation and records for the process control and computer systems.
• Interface with other departments. Collaborate and work with outside vendors, contractors, production and engineering. Assist the maintenance team in process improvements as part of a culture of continuous improvement.
• Troubleshooting personal computer, operating systems (including legacy OS), lifecycle version control, networking, MS office suite, hardware repair and disaster recoveries.
• Develop and implement project-specific industrial control systems; starting with proposal, specifications, and drawings.
• Coordinate with other Engineering resources on mechanical implementation of control systems.
• Develop, document and maintain accurate Electrical Schematics, Technical Manuals and SOP’s.
• Review standards and compliance requirements applicable to the electrical control systems, provide recommendations as required
• Use PLC programming knowledge to design and repair electrical control systems.
• Evaluate and analyze control processes to identify opportunities to increase value for the plant.
• Serve as lead in developing and implementing strategies for targeted equipment improvements, utilizing new and existing automation and control technologies for both short and long-term solutions.

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table. While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• BS Electrical Engineer or related Bachelor Engineering degree, or Associates Engineering degree with equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of PLC and HMI design and programming for industrial equipment for machine control using Rockwell and Siemens families.
• 5 years of experience working directly with the design, installation, and support of electrical and control systems.
• Experience in design and development of electrical and software systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to be applied in design, programming, troubleshooting and diagnosis of the designed control systems.
• Up to 3 years of experience in computers, electronics and PLC’s with a full understanding of interface between field instrumentation, PLC’s and computers.
• Knowledge of motor controls up to 3 phase 460 volt. Must have Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to meet timelines and specifications for design process projects as assigned. Ability to simultaneously organize and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, mathematical, verbal, written and presentation skills. Ability to work both independently as well as with the team. Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Self-motivated.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook. Knowledge and experience with servo systems.
• Experience in developing electrical schematics and AutoCAD skills is preferred.

Compensation:

Base Salary: $66,600 to $133,700 annually. The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*:

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
• 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 company paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
• Employee discount program
• Wellbeing rewards program
• Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions. In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.