Automation Validation Engineer - On-site North Chicago

Brooksource; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an Automation Validation Engineer to support a North Chicago site expansion by decommissioning automation systems, controls and piping ahead of planned demolition. The role focuses on generating and reviewing decommissioning protocols, coordinating approvals, and tracking activities through completion, with on-site work five days per week.

Strong documentation and coordination skills are essential for this regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4+ years of experience in automation validation, qualification, or related engineering.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or FDA-regulated environment.
• Strong documentation, organization, and tracking skills.
• Ability to work on-site five days per week in North Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Generate, review, and execute automation decommissioning protocols.
• Prepare validation documentation and coordinate required reviews and approvals.
• Support the execution of automation system decommissioning activities.
• Track outstanding decommissioning requirements and maintain visibility into project progress.
• Coordinate with automation and decommissioning team members to ensure activities remain aligned with project timelines and priorities.
• Complete post-execution documentation and approvals in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Support decommissioning activities involving automation systems, associated controls, and piping points.

Skills

Automation validation

Documentation & records

Project coordination

On-site work

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

DCS

PLC systems

D3 automation

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an Automation Validation Engineer to support a North Chicago site expansion by decommissioning automation systems, controls and piping ahead of planned demolition. The role focuses on generating and reviewing decommissioning protocols, coordinating approvals, and tracking activities through completion, with on-site work five days per week.

Strong documentation and coordination skills are essential for this regulatory environment.