Entry-Level Automation Technician – Process Control Systems

BioSpace; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking an Electronics/Instrumentation professional to support operation, maintenance and system management of process control systems across the site. You will help ensure uptime and availability of control systems in multiple facilities while performing routine maintenance and installations.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs and DCS components, with strong emphasis on CGMP adherence, safety and quality. Collaborative work across teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Computers, Engineering or a relevant field of study from an accredited university required
• May consider a High School Diploma (GED) with four (4) years of relevant understanding of instrumentation & control systems required
• Knowledgeable in supporting & maintaining process control systems preferred
• Knowledgeable in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint) preferred
• Knowledgeable at troubleshooting automated/IT system issues, including interfaces & hardware components preferred
• Knowledgeable in the following: PLC (Rockwell, Siemens), HMI, PCS/DCS (DeltaV, iFix), Historian (OSI PI, iBatch), SCADA systems, MES (Syncade, PAS-X), MS SQL preferred
• Able to troubleshoot PLCs, process control &/or distributed control systems at an entry level
• Basic understanding of process control systems for Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Food, Cosmetic, Beverage or relevant work preferred
• Excellent organizational & planning skills; Familiar with project management methodology preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation, maintenance & system management of process control systems.
• Assist in managing the uptime & availability of the process control systems throughout the site & various facilities.
• Inspect, troubleshoot & repair control system hardware.
• Perform routine, preventative & predictive maintenance.
• Assist in the development of maintenance procedures.
• Support control system equipment installations.
• Assist in managing control system hardware inventory.
• Support plans to maintain & improve process control systems.
• Support technical clarifications with suppliers & internal stakeholders.
• Own self-development & self-initiative to understand the site process control systems.
• Adhere to automation/IT standards and maintain training readiness.
• Utilize the appropriate cLEAN® tools when relevant to solve problems or improve processes.
• Manage assignments within compliance with a Quality Mindset that focuses on risk management & mitigation.
• Follow all current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) & ensures that product is manufactured according to procedure.
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties.
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Skills

Troubleshooting

Process control systems

Control system hardware

Microsoft Office

Instrumentation & control systems

PLC (Rockwell, Siemens)

HMI

PCS/DCS (DeltaV, iFix)

SCADA systems

MS SQL

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronics, Computers, Engineering

High School Diploma (GED) with 4 years instrumentation experience

Tools

PLC programming tools

PC/PLC integration tools

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking an Electronics/Instrumentation professional to support operation, maintenance and system management of process control systems across the site. You will help ensure uptime and availability of control systems in multiple facilities while performing routine maintenance and installations.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs and DCS components, with strong emphasis on CGMP adherence, safety and quality. Collaborative work across teams is essential.