Automation Project Engineer — Pharma Manufacturing Innovator

fitspr; Manatí (PR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FITS is seeking an experienced Automation Project Manager in Manatí, Puerto Rico. The role focuses on capital projects, PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS installations, commissioning, and CSV compliance within pharma operations.

You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage schedules, and drive project execution while ensuring regulatory alignment. The ideal candidate has extensive process automation experience, strong cGMP knowledge, and fluent English/Spanish communication skills for cross-border

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years in pharmaceutical operations/manufacturing with project management experience.
• 4+ years in process automation and 2+ years in CSV.
• Bilingual: Spanish and English (verbal/written).
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA/EMA regulations, and 21 CFR Part 11.

Responsibilities

• Check in with vendors, contractors, and system integrators on active automation/IT projects (PLCs, HMI, SCADA, DCS/BAS installations).
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation, start-up, or qualification activities.
• Monitor project schedules and flag risks or delays to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with EHS, Quality, and Manufacturing on day-to-day project matters.
• Prepare and present weekly project status reports (milestones, budget, risks).
• Attend cross-functional meetings with Engineering, Quality, Validation, IT, and Manufacturing.
• Review vendor quotes and update technical documentation (URS, FRS, DS) as designs evolve.
• Move through project phases — planning/design, procurement, execution/construction, commissioning/qualification, and close-out.
• Support audits, deviations, and CAPAs as needed.
• Occasionally work irregular hours during critical milestones (start-up, cutover, audits).

Skills

Project management

Process automation

cGMP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell Automation platforms

Siemens

Wonderware

FactoryTalk Batch

Maximo

VMware vSphere

Syncade

OSIsoft / AVEVA PI

SQL databases

Job description

FITS is seeking an experienced Automation Project Manager in Manatí, Puerto Rico. The role focuses on capital projects, PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS installations, commissioning, and CSV compliance within pharma operations.

You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage schedules, and drive project execution while ensuring regulatory alignment. The ideal candidate has extensive process automation experience, strong cGMP knowledge, and fluent English/Spanish communication skills for cross-border