Automation Engineer – BMS/PLC, GMP Manufacturing

Novartis; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Durham, NC seeks an Automation Engineer III focused on BMS, PLC and OEM systems to maintain and enhance GMP manufacturing automation. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to deliver compliant, reliable operations.

The role requires DeltaV DCS experience, PLC/BMS/SCADA, and knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, with on-site responsibilities and a focus on continuous improvement and validated systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of pharma GMP manufacturing operations or 9 years equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with DCS platforms, preferably DeltaV.
• Experience supporting PLC, BMS, and SCADA/HMI in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of validation, change controls, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
• Experience with OSI PI data historian technology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize BMS, PLC, OEM and other automation systems.
• Support design, configuration, installation, and lifecycle management of automation hardware and software.
• Integrate OEM and third-party equipment with site DCS, BMS, and manufacturing systems.
• Lead automation activities for capital projects, upgrades, and system enhancements.
• Develop URS, FS, DDS, HDS, and SDS documentation for automation solutions.
• Execute and support change controls, validation activities, and regulatory initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality to resolve complex production issues.
• Provide on-call and operational support for GMP manufacturing.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

On-call support

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

DeltaV

OSI PI

DCS/SCADA

PLC

BMS

HMI

Job description

Novartis in Durham, NC seeks an Automation Engineer III focused on BMS, PLC and OEM systems to maintain and enhance GMP manufacturing automation. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to deliver compliant, reliable operations.

The role requires DeltaV DCS experience, PLC/BMS/SCADA, and knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, with on-site responsibilities and a focus on continuous improvement and validated systems.