Automation Systems Co-op: OT, Data & Digital Manufacturing

Johnson Johnson; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson’s Automation Co‑op in Raritan, New Jersey offers hands‑on exposure to automation systems, OT data platforms, and digital manufacturing solutions supporting pharmaceutical production. You will work with Automation Engineers and Manufacturing teams to improve reliability, data visibility, and project outcomes.

The role emphasizes GMP awareness, system qualification, and cross‑functional collaboration, with 40 hours per week commitment during the internship at the Raritan site.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a technical field.
• Available to work full time for the co-op term at the Raritan site.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities related to manufacturing automation systems (e.g., Delta-V, OSIsoft Pi).
• Assist with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Help maintain automation documentation and equipment inventories.
• Participate in system upgrades and enhancements.
• Support automation engineers during equipment onboarding and integration projects.
• Assist with design reviews and technical assessments.
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities for automation solutions.
• Document system configurations and operating procedures.
• Support data collection, visualization, and reporting initiatives.
• Assist with historian, OT network, and data integration activities.
• Improve visibility of operational data through analytics and dashboards.
• Participate in OT/IT connectivity and digital manufacturing projects.
• Support qualification, testing, and validation activities for automation systems.
• Learn GMP requirements related to automation systems.
• Participate in risk assessments, change controls, and quality-related activities.
• Analyze automation performance data to identify improvements.
• Support cross-functional projects across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT.
• Present project outcomes and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree (related technical discipline)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Python

SQL

Job description

Johnson & Johnson’s Automation Co‑op in Raritan, New Jersey offers hands‑on exposure to automation systems, OT data platforms, and digital manufacturing solutions supporting pharmaceutical production. You will work with Automation Engineers and Manufacturing teams to improve reliability, data visibility, and project outcomes.

The role emphasizes GMP awareness, system qualification, and cross‑functional collaboration, with 40 hours per week commitment during the internship at the Raritan site.