Automation Engineer I/II (MES)

Novo Nordisk A/S; Powhatan (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay

Annual bonus

PTO 14 holidays

Health insurance

401k match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee referrals

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S is seeking an Engineering professional to manage and optimize Process Control and MES interfaces for existing and new equipment. You will work with Process Engineers and Operations to review specifications and ensure systems meet local and global standards, acting as a gatekeeper for automation standards.

You will collaborate with IT, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure compliant, efficient manufacturing execution while supporting audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility, or packaging systems preferred.
• Knowledgeable in Emerson Syncade or PAS-X, DCS/SCADA, SQL, and Microsoft programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) platform for real-time data capture and integrations.
• Coordinate with manufacturing schedules to plan execution of projects.
• Serve as automation resource on MES projects and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Process control systems

Manufacturing execution

Emerson Syncade

PAS-X

DCS/SCADA

SQL

VB.Net

PowerShell

C#

Emerson DeltaV

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Emerson Syncade

PAS-X

DCS/SCADA

SQL

VB.Net

PowerShell

C#

Job description

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Work with business stakeholders and/or project team and vendors to ensure Process Control Systems and Manufacturing Execution Systems for existing and/or new equipment and processes are in alignment with local and global standards. Work with Process Engineers and Operations to create and review System Functional Specifications, Recipe Design Specifications, and requirements ensuring the equipment/system is configured and tested and ready be used in local manufacturing, meeting all requirements through people & equipment focus, as well as serving as gatekeeper for standards.

Relationships

Reports to Manager, Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Configure and support our Manufacturing Execution Systems platform, enabling real time production data capture, automated workflows, equipment configuration, and system integrations to ensure compliant, efficient manufacturing execution
• Schedule & execute plans in coordination with manufacturing schedules
• Operate as automation resource on projects that involve Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Own self-development & initiative to understand the site process control systems
• Adhere to the automation standards & implement the necessary changes to the automation-related specifications & maintenance plans
• Support audits & inspections for process control systems
• Utilize the appropriate cLEAN tools within the main areas of Systematic Problem Solving, process improvement, & project management
• Operate within compliance with a Quality Mindset that focuses on risk management & mitigation
• Support Corporate, PS, local IT, & local stakeholder initiatives & projects
• Participate in the development of new SOPs, best practices and maintenance procedures
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field of study from an accredited university required:
• May consider an Associate’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited university with a minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility, &/or packaging systems required
• May consider a High School Degree/GED with a minimum of seven (7) years of engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility, &/or packaging systems required
• Minimum of three (3) years engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility, &/or packaging systems required
• Knowledgeable in the following technologies: Emerson Syncade or PAS-X, DCS/SCADA, SQL (databases), and Microsoft Programing languages (VB.Net, PowerShell, C#). Emerson DeltaV is a plus
• Proven expertise in planning/organization/execution of engineering activities a plus
• Ability to follow-up on results & revising the work plan for moderately complex problems being resolved by cross functional teams a plus
• Ability to translate high level direction into actionable tasks that deliver results using cLEAN / Six Sigma methodologies a plus.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.