Automation Engineer

Guerbet; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Guerbet is seeking an Automation Engineer for their Raleigh Imaging Site. The role involves designing, developing, and supporting automated systems in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include programming distributed control systems, troubleshooting electronic/mechanical issues, and managing automation projects.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Electrical Engineering and 3-5 years experience in a related field, with strong skills in project management and a self-starter attitude. Join Guerbet to contribute to innovations that improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a related field.
• Experience in a regulated industrial environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform programming and troubleshooting for distributed control systems.
• Manage medium to large-sized automation projects.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Programming distributed control systems

Troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs

Project management

Continuous improvement

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Associates degree with 7-9 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Foxboro I/A System

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better. This is Our Purpose.

We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital and AI solutions, for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in the field of contrast products since the last 100 years, we continuously innovate to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and quality of life of patients. Customer Centricity, Cooperation, Audacity, Focus, and Responsibility are the values that we share and practice on a daily basis. Working at Guerbet is not only being part of a multicultural team with nearly 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, but it is above all about playing a unique role in the future of medical imaging.

YOUR ROLE

This Automation Engineer position is responsible for the design, development, installation, and support of automated systems and equipment in support of the manufacturing operations within the Raleigh Imaging Site. Additionally, this position will develop and execute plans for optimizing process control and instrumentation systems throughout the plant. The position will help Guerbet continue to achieve excellence as defined by best industry practices. The position will be responsible for establishing optimum work processes and administrative controls and deploying key functions. The position will provide technical support for a wide variety of instrumentation and control equipment. This position actively participates as a team member on assigned plant projects.

The Automation Engineer will work with the Project Engineers, Process Engineers, Process Mechanics, Facilities Mechanics and other Operations personnel to make sure that all equipment is designed and managed for maximum utility and Total Cost of Ownership.

The Automation Engineer is a "hands on" role. This position will work with little or no supervision, applying scientific knowledge, engineering knowledge, mathematics, and ingenuity to complete assignments related to the support of automated systems and equipment in the manufacturing environment and serve as the key technical resource for automated systems focusing on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution for electronic/mechanical equipment issues. This position also plays a key role in continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform programming and troubleshooting for distributed control systems, PLCs, SCADA, and HMIs.
• Perform tasks per Standard Operating Procedures and update as needed.
• Develop and review electrical and other drawings in support of plant processes.
• Communicate ideas and concerns effectively in working with team members.
• Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPS).
• Manage historical production data in accordance with cGMPs.
• Works with internal customers and implementation resources to meet project requirements.
• Manage medium to large sized automation projects, monitoring scope, schedule, and budget to the work to the project plan.
• Project scheduling through use of project management software (Microsoft Project or other).
• Delivers status updates to management, partners and internal resources.
• Prioritize and balance competing project demands and conflicting project requirements.
• Develop Change Request
• Develop Exceptions and CAPAs

Department Specific/Non-Essential Functions

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and-or environmental incidents to management immediately.
• Enforce EHS procedures and respond to EHS concerns within his/her area of operational responsibility. Conduct incident investigations for all incidents that may occur within his/her department. Follow through on all safety related corrective actions in his/her department.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

YOUR BACKGROUND

• BS in Electrical Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Chemical Engineering. (May consider Associates degree in related field with 7-9 years of experience)
• 3-5 years in related field.
• Experience in programming, maintaining and troubleshooting Distributed Control Systems (Foxboro I/A System preferred) and PLCs/HMIs (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical or regulated industrial environment.
• Successful track record in the design and development of industrial automation, instrumentation and control systems.
• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Passion for finding better ways, developing and documenting best practices.
• Developing, reading and understanding P&IDs and control schematics.
• Design and development of industrial communication control networks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written communications.
• Strong background in standard PC applications.
• Project management at a conceptual and detailed level - scope of work, budget and schedule.
• Computer validation knowledge.
• Preferred experience in Formulation, Filling, and packaging areas