Automation Engineer - Remote Opportunity (US Based)

Hw3 Llc; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hw3 Llc is seeking an Automation Engineer for a remote opportunity supporting automation and digital transformation across pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing environments in the United States. The role spans design, implementation, commissioning, validation, and ongoing operations of GMP-compliant automation systems, with travel to client sites up to 50% as needed.

Collaboration with process engineering, quality, validation, and IT/OT teams is essential to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• US citizenship or green card required.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in process automation in regulated manufacturing is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP and data integrity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document automation systems across lifecycle stages.
• Support FAT, IQ/OQ/PQ and validation activities.
• Collaborate with process engineering, quality, validation, and IT/OT teams.
• Maintain GMP/compliance with GAMP 5 principles.
• Provide production technical support and issue resolution.
• Assist with system lifecycle management and software upgrades.

Skills

Process Automation

PLC Programming

DCS

MES

OT

Digital Transformation

Pharma Manufacturing

DeltaV

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

Automation Engineer - Remote Opportunity with up to 50% travel requirement within USA.

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to support automation and digital transformation initiatives across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced therapy manufacturing environments.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects throughout the full lifecycle of automation systems, including design, implementation, commissioning, validation, and operational support. The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, compliant automation solutions within regulated manufacturing environments.

The position is remote-based with travel to client facilities as required.

Key Responsibilities

Automation Design & Documentation

• Support the development, review, and maintenance of automation documentation, including:
• User Requirement Specifications (URS)
• Functional Requirement Specifications (FRS)
• Design Specifications (DS/DDS)
• Functional and Control Narratives
• ISA-88 Batch and Recipe Documentation
• P&IDs and Process Documentation
• Automation Standards and Engineering Guidelines
• Translate process requirements into practical automation solutions.
• Contribute to system design reviews and documentation updates throughout the project lifecycle.

System Development & Implementation

• Configure, troubleshoot, modify, and deploy automation software.
• Control Modules
• Equipment Modules
• Phases and Batch Logic
• Recipes and Batch Strategies
• HMIs and Operator Graphics
• Alarm Management Systems
• Assist with integration of process equipment such as:
• Bioreactors
• Chromatography Systems
• Filtration Systems
• CIP/SIP Equipment
• Fill-Finish Systems
• Work within PLC and DCS environments to implement and support automation solutions.

Validation & Compliance

• Participate in commissioning and qualification activities.
• Support execution of FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols.
• Ensure solutions comply with GMP requirements, GAMP 5 principles, and data integrity standards.
• Contribute to change control activities, deviation investigations, risk assessments, and CAPA processes.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide technical support for production operations.
• Investigate automation-related issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Implement corrective actions to improve system reliability and performance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with process engineering, quality, validation, manufacturing, and IT/OT teams.
• Support integrated project delivery and successful operational handover.

Lifecycle Management

• Assist with management of automation system lifecycle activities.
• Support software upgrades, patches, hotfixes, and version control processes.
• Monitor system obsolescence and technology roadmaps.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent industry experience may also be considered.
• Candidates must hold a green card or US citizenship in order to apply
• 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Technical Background

Experience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous:

• Process Automation
• PLC Programming
• Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Operational Technology (OT)
• Digital Transformation Programmes
• Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Manufacturing

Desired Skills

• Hands on experience with DeltaV
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Continuous learning mindset and willingness to develop technical expertise.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.