Automation Technician

Sanofi; Swiftwater (Monroe County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Swiftwater, PA is seeking an Automation Technician to support automated process control systems in licensed manufacturing. You will liaise with Operations, QA, IT, Engineering and Maintenance while applying in-depth knowledge of biotech/pharma automation and safety practices.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automation, strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems, and hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, and cGMP facilities.

Qualifications

• GED or HS diploma required or equivalent.
• 5+ years in automation and electro-mechanical background.
• Understand P&ID diagrams and control systems.
• Read and repair hard-wired control systems from schematics.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to decide repair actions logically and safely around industrial equipment.
• Comfortable with 120–480 VAC and various control systems.
• Familiar with pneumatic, hydraulic, steam systems and IF/SCADA tools.
• Able to troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and HMI/SCADA screens.
• Knowledge of IT/IS systems and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for all automated process control systems in licensed manufacturing.
• Act as Automation Site Support interface with Ops, QA, IS, Eng, and Maintenance.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and deep process control knowledge.
• Support complex automated systems in new and existing facilities.
• Troubleshoot process equipment, investigate deviations, and advise on evaluations.
• Improve response time to failures and implement standard automation procedures.

Skills

Automation experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

P&ID understanding

PLC ladder logic

HMI/SCADA

Electrical safety

Hand tools & measurement

Windows software usage

Teamwork / communication

Education

GED or high school diploma

Associate degree in a technical area preferred

Tools

Rockwell PLCs

PanelView OITs

DeltaV

Siemens Simatic

Schneider Electric

Ethernet TCP/IP

OPC

Allen Bradley DH+/DH485

Metasys N1/N2

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

WinCC

iFix

Aveva Unified Galaxy

Job description

• Overtime, holidays, and weekends as per business needs

Job title: Automation Technician

Location: Swiftwater, PA

• Overtime, holidays, and weekends as per business needs

About The Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

We deliver healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as an Automation Technician - Vaccine within our Automation Team, will have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing Progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible to provide support of all automated process control systems used in licensed manufacturing (including dedicated clean utilities) of the building that the Automation Site Support Manager has been assigned to.
• The position will be the Automation Site Support interface with Operations personnel, QA Compliance, Information Systems, Engineering, Maintenance and the site wide Automation Support technicians.
• The Automation technician must exhibit strong customer service and in-depth technical knowledge of process control systems and equipment used in biotech/ pharmaceutical manufacturing and utility systems.
• This position will support the highly complex automated systems installed in the new and existing manufacturing facilities, security and its support systems.
• Expected results from this position would include hands‑on support of automated system in manufacturing, troubleshooting of automated process equipment and process systems, aiding in the investigation of process deviations and providing expertise for process evaluation.
• The position will provide improved response time to failures in manufacturing and implement site automation standard procedures and Global Engineering Practices.

About You

Education / Experience:

• GED or high school diploma. An associate degree in a technical area is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years in automation and electro-mechanical engineering background and experience.
• Must have proven experience with the following automation service activities including:
• Understand Piping/Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
• Read, troubleshoot and repair hard-wired control systems using schematic and wiring diagrams.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting is required.
• The ability to make logical repair decisions.
• Comfortable working around industrial and commercial equipment.
• The ability to work safely with electricity ranging from 120VAC-480VAC.
• Knowledgeable with pneumatic, hydraulic and steam control systems.
• Capable of troubleshooting, online and offline programming and configuring PLC ladder logic and HMI/ SCADA database and screens.
• Capable of troubleshooting and configuring automation network systems.
• Knowledgeable of field instrumentation including transmitters, actuators and signal converters.
• Knowledgeable of IT/IS systems and equipment, NEC classifications and NEMA ratings.
• Comfortable with the use of hand tools and measuring equipment
• Ability to use and navigate windows software.

Hardware

• Rockwell: PLCs, Panelview OITs
• Emerson: DeltaV
• Siemens: Simatic
• Schneider Electric
• Network protocols including Ethernet TCP/IP, OPC, Allen Bradley DH+/DH485, and DNET, Metasys N1, N2,

Software

• Emerson Intellution: iFix
• Aveva: unified galaxy
• Emerson: DeltaV
• Rockwell: Studio 5000, Factory Talk view
• Siemens: WinCC

Familiar with local and federal code requirements such as FDA CFR, NFPA/ NEC, OSHA, DEP, EPA and industry standards & guidelines including ISA, ISPE, GAMP5. Familiar with process and utility equipment such as fermentation, purification, clean steam generators, Water For Injection (WFI), Clean/ Sterilize In Place systems (CIP/ SIP) systems, Building HVAC controls, and water/wastewater treatment systems.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.