Automation Engineer, Manufacturing (Evening Shift)

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Elwood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco Elwood Manufacturing Facility is seeking an Automation Engineer to support operations and maintenance by enhancing electronics and process automation.

You will work with Engineering and IT to improve the SCADA/OT network, lead investigations, and ensure changes remain in GxP compliance; evening shift at the Elwood site.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering or equivalent with 3+ years in automation.
• AS with Technical School Certificate in Industrial Controls or Industrial Electrical fields with 5+ years in automation.
• Experience with industrial electrical controls including VFDs, PLCs, HMIs.

Responsibilities

• Support Operations and Maintenance by implementing improvements and troubleshooting electronics and process automation failures.
• Work with Engineering and IT teams to find and implement improvements to the Automation SCADA/OT network, equipment, and facilities.
• Lead or participate with teams consisting of Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Operations to investigate process failures.
• Within a GxP environment, use PLC and HMI programming software to improve existing and support new equipment under Change Control and Computer System Validation requirements.

Skills

Automation experience

Industrial controls

Electrical safety

Education

BS Engineering or equivalent

AS with Industrial Controls certificate

Tools

Rockwell Studio5000

FactoryTalk View SE

Aveva PI

Rockwell Historian

Job description

About Us

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role

Your Role: Automation Engineer, Manufacturing

Your Responsibilities

• Support Operations and Maintenance by implementing improvements and troubleshooting electronics and process automation failures.
• Work with Engineering and IT teams to find and implement improvements to the Automation SCADA/OT network, equipment, and facilities.
• Lead or participate with teams consisting of Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Operations to investigate process failures.
• Within a GxP environment, use PLC and HMI programming software to improve existing and support new equipment under Change Control and Computer System Validation requirements.

Qualifications (minimum qualifications)

• BS Engineering, or equivalent (Majors in: Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.) with minimum 3 years of experience working in automation.
• In lieu of BS Degree, AS with Technical School Certificate in Industrial Controls or Industrial Electrical fields with minimum 5 years experience working in automation.
• Must have experience with industrial electrical controls including, but not limited to, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a regulated, GxP, manufacturing environment; prior pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio5000 and FactoryTalk View SE Distributed and Local applications and programming environment.
• Experience working with historian databases, specifically Aveva PI and/or Rockwell Historian.
• Familiarity with other programming software environments including Siemens TIA Portal, Mitsubishi, or Schneider PacDrive programming software also beneficial.
• Experience communicating with and configuring transmitters to function with 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC, and EtherNet/IP.

Location & Schedule

This role is at the Elanco Elwood Manufacturing Facility. This is a Monday – Friday second-shift/evening role. 4:00 P.M. to Midnight. The equipment at the Elwood facility is in a cleanroom environment, which requires strict adherence to cleanroom gowning, sterility, and GxP requirements.

Don’t meet every single requirement?Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits and Perks

• Multiple relocation packages
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

EEO & Diversity Statement

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

Additional Company Information

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.