Co-op Automation Engineer – GMP‑Driven Biopharma Ops

Johnson Johnson; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Wilson, NC, is offering a full-time co-op (6-month assignment) in Site Automation. You will support automation engineers in maintaining systems, participate in CSV, SAT, and commissioning, and collaborate across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT to drive reliable, compliant operations.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning with industry standards (GAMP 5, ISA-88/95) and exposure to MES, PLC, and SCADA platforms, preparing you for a career in biopharma automation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS/MS in a technical field with GPA 2.8+.
• Available to work full-time (40 hrs/week) with reliable transportation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support automation engineers in maintaining and improving manufacturing automation systems.
• Assist with CSV documentation, including tests and validation reports.
• Participate in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and system commissioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and IT.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and digital transformation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical Eng

BS/MS in Biomedical Eng

BS/MS in Chemistry

BS/MS in Chemical Eng

BS/MS in Biology/Biochemistry

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in Wilson, NC, is offering a full-time co-op (6-month assignment) in Site Automation. You will support automation engineers in maintaining systems, participate in CSV, SAT, and commissioning, and collaborate across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT to drive reliable, compliant operations.

The program emphasizes hands-on learning with industry standards (GAMP 5, ISA-88/95) and exposure to MES, PLC, and SCADA platforms, preparing you for a career in biopharma automation.