Automation Lead

Planet Pharma

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 61,992 - 89,544

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an Automation Area Lead to oversee automation solutions within projects. This role requires over 8 years of automation experience, preferably in API/bulk manufacturing, and strong teamwork skills. Responsibilities include technical ownership, collaboration with project teams, and ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards. The position offers a competitive pay range of $45-$65/hr based on experience, with benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

8+ years working Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
5+ years’ experience in DeltaV Batch DCS.
Exceptional teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Technical ownership for the automation area in a project.
Work with system integrators to finalize functional specifications.
Collaborate with Project Technical Lead to deliver on schedule.

Skills

Automation experience

Teamwork

GMP knowledge

Communication skills

Risk analysis

Tools

DeltaV Batch DCS

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Job Description

The Automation Area Lead will be responsible for the control system solution for an area within a project ensuring the solution is aligned with the overall program automation philosophy, standards and user requirements. The area lead will work in conjunction with the other members of the Project Team, including the Automation Project Manager, Automation Technical Lead, Automation Area Leads, Process Engineers, Tech Services/Manufacturing Science Representatives, Quality Engineers, and Operations.

Role Responsibilities

Technical ownership for an area in a project
Define the S88 software structure and list for the area
Develop draft function design specifications for the area
Work with system integrators to finalize the functional specifications
Participate in P&ID and control strategy reviews
Working closely with the Project Technical Lead and System Integrator to successfully deliver the project on schedule and budget
Collaborate with Program technical offices to ensure the automation solution is aligned with the overall program automation philosophy and standards
Ensure consistency of the automation deliverables in the area (requirements, functional specifications, control strategies, phases, and recipes, etc.)
Assist in defining the software components that need to be created or modified
Communicate progress, issues, and needs to automation technical lead for the project
Provide input, review, and approve functional requirements and specifications
Develop Parameter and Recipe Specification documents
Responding to system integrator technical queries
Identification of any remediation effort required on process control software
Create items in the issue tracker as issues arise after the software acceptance
Identify and analyze risks of technical nature particular to the area and planning responses
Maintain compliance with training requirements

Role Requirements

8+ years working Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry (preferable in API/bulk manufacturing)
Previous Pharmaceutical Automation Large Project/Program experience/expertise
5+ years’ experience in DeltaV Batch DCS
Preferable, previous experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs
Exceptional teamwork abilities
Strong knowledge of GMP’s, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong knowledge of GMP’s, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

Pay Range: $45-65/hr* Based on experience

Seniority level