Automation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Puerto Rico; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector is seeking an Automation Engineer to enhance their automated software testing procedures. The role involves programming, troubleshooting, and collaborating with teams to ensure quality in production processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in automation systems and a background in engineering.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in automation and control systems for regulated industries.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Automating software programs and writing automation scripts.
• Identifying quality issues and creating test reports.
• Collaborating with the design team to resolve application problems.

Skills

Automation

Quality Assurance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SQL Server

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Staubli Robots

iFix

FTBatch

PlantPAX

FTView ME

FT View SE

RapidPharma

OSI PI

Rockwell Historian

Job description

Job Description

PharmEng Technology has been providing quality services to leading manufacturers of healthcare and pharmaceutical products since 1997. Our specialists hold expertise in Commissioning & Qualification, Validation, Quality Systems, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, and Training to ensure that our clients can continue providing the world with their cost-effective and high-standard healthcare products.

At PharmEng Technology, we strive to cultivate the best working environment where empowerment, passion, and perseverance are nurtured while serving our clients to achieve their unique business goals.

Objectives of this Role:

1. Drawing up ideas for automated software testing procedures
2. Automating software programs and writing automation scripts
3. Designing and installing software databases
4. Troubleshooting software automation and finalizing system procedures
5. Identifying quality issues and creating test reports
6. Collaborating with the design team to resolve application problems
7. Programming new automation components
8. Writing reports and identifying quality issues
9. Implementing improvements in existing automation in machine assembly, machining, and inspection
10. Developing and implementing maintenance programs for equipment
11. Preparing manufacturing documentation
12. Coordinating projects
13. Assisting in the leadership of meetings with team members and hourly associates
14. Using tooling to manage gauge design and drawings

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in automation and control systems for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated industries such as Chemical, Nuclear, or Oil & Gas
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is an asset
• Proficiency with SQL Server, Wonderware System Platform, Siemens PLC, Allen Bradley PLC, Staubli Robots, iFix, FTBatch, PlantPAX (Allen Bradley), FTView ME, & FT View SE systems
• Experience with Industrial Process Historian tools such as RapidPharma, OSI PI, or Rockwell Historian
• Knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, DeviceNet, OPC, etc.) over serial, Ethernet, and bus technology

Company Response to Covid-19

While we serve industries deemed essential businesses, PharmEng Technology will follow safe business practices and adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines. When possible, remote work from home will be allowed.

EEOC Statement

At PharmEng Technology, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.