Automation Engineer 3, DSM PI Data Historian

Merck & Co.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking an Automation Engineer 3 in Holly Springs, North Carolina, to provide Engineering input on the design and support of Emerson DeltaV control systems. Key responsibilities include performing automation activities, delivering accurate work, and collaborating with various departments for seamless operation.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Effective communication and strong problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls experience.
• Ability to work in mechanical/production spaces requiring respiratory protection.

Responsibilities

• Performs Automation activities such as code configuration.
• Delivers accurate and on-time Automation work.
• Collaborates with other departments for support and troubleshooting.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to present information

Knowledge of Automation subject area

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer 3, DSM PI Data Historian, will provide Engineering input on the design, implementation, configuration, and testing qualification of the hardware for an Emerson DeltaV control system. Once in Operations, you will be responsible for and have ownership of the ongoing support of the control system hardware, software, and infrastructure.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Performs Automation activities, such as code configuration, document development, and test execution within several process areas
• Delivers accurate and on-time Automation work
• Creates standard code utilizing medium complexity control strategies
• Collaborates with senior Engineers to develop (generate, review, maintain) various specification documents (e.g., user requirements specification (URS), functional specification (FS), design qualification (DQ), etc.)
• Collaborates with senior Engineers to develop (generate, review, maintain) various test protocols and functional testing documents (e.g., installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ), etc.)
• Serves as on-call support for Automation inquiries and troubleshooting
• Collaborates with other departments, such as Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Validation
• Other duties, as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively present information to others
• Ability to interpret and demonstrate knowledge of an Automation subject area to internal partners

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field
• 5 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls, or other relevant technical experience

Preferred Requirements

• 6+ years of Automation experience

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Work environment may require respiratory protection. May work in mechanical/production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. May work in environment operating a motor vehicle or powered industrial truck. Ability to discern audible cues. Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, including distinguishing color. Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time (30 minutes). Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time (240 minutes). Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers. Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 lbs. Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions.

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