Automation Engineer III: GMP Pharma BMS/PLC/OEM

Novartis

North Carolina

On-site

USD 99,000 - 183,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, life and disability benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous time off package

Job summary

Novartis is seeking an Automation Engineer III in Durham, NC to maintain and enhance GMP manufacturing automation. You will work on BMS, PLC, and OEM systems, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure compliant operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering or related field, 5+ years pharma GMP experience, and hands-on DeltaV/DCS expertise. Onsite with a comprehensive US benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
Minimum 5 years of pharma/GMP manufacturing experience or 9 years equivalent industry experience.
Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining DCS platforms (preferably DeltaV).
Experience supporting PLC, BMS, and SCADA/HMI in a regulated environment.
Knowledge of automation validation, change controls, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize BMS, PLC, OEM, and other manufacturing automation systems.
Lead automation activities for capital projects, upgrades, and system enhancements.
Develop and maintain validation and documentation (URS, FS, DDS, HDS, SDS).
Execute change controls, validations, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Partner with Manufacturing and Quality to resolve complex production issues.