Automation Engineer

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. in Greenfield, Indiana, is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop new automation technology and support existing systems to improve production, quality, profitability and safety.

The role involves planning, scheduling, and executing projects and communicating status to stakeholders, with travel around 5%.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree, preferably a Bachelor's, and has experience in medical devices/pharmaceutical environments.

Qualifications

• Must have an engineering degree or equivalent with emphasis on automation.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for higher responsibility.
• Experience with medical devices/pharma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new automation technology and support existing systems to improve production, quality, profitability and safety.
• Plan, schedule, and execute projects and report progress against timelines.
• Assist in facility expansion or modifications.

Skills

Automation engineering

Project scheduling

Quality systems knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

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Title: Automation Engineer

Requisition ID: 76244

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location: Greenfield, Indiana, US

Description: This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays.

No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

West is excited to grow in Greenfield and bring new career opportunities to the area through our newest facility. We are looking to connect with Automation Engineers who have a strong background in automation or controls and want to learn more about roles expected to open as early as 2027.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing new technology and supporting existing technology to improve production, quality, profitability and safety. This individual will be responsible for the planning, scheduling, execution of projects and communicating project status to targeted timelines. This individual will also manage/assist in facility expansion/modifications.

Education

• Associate's Degree In a relevant Engineering subject required or
• Bachelor's Degree In a relevant Engineering subject preferred

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Background in medical devices/pharmaceutical would be a plus.
• Knowledge of quality systems requirements, FDA Quality System Regulation, cGMP and relevant ISO standards

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in orderto apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail]. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.