Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Technician

Pharmaron; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 48,216 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO, Holidays & Sick Leave

Job summary

Pharmaron in Coventry, RI is seeking an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician to support pharmaceutical manufacturing. You will maintain and troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems, collaborating with Engineering, Facilities, and Manufacturing teams to keep production safe and compliant.

The role requires a RI State Journeyman electrician license, a high school diploma, plus strong experience reading P&IDs, loop diagrams, and PLC/DCS test skills.

Qualifications

• Requires RI State Journeyman electrician license.
• 10 years industrial experience desirable (may be substituted by apprentice program or technical degree).
• Ability to read P&IDs and loop diagrams; interpret PLC code.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with change control processes and SOPs in regulated environments.
• Experience documenting in CMMS systems such as SAP/Maximo/Oracle.

Responsibilities

• PM execution in a cGMP environment.
• Calibrations of process instruments; Beamex experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs, DCS, BMS, DeltaV, and Allen‑Bradley systems.
• Maintain electrical systems: switchgear, VFDs, UPS, generators, fire alarm systems.
• Document PM activities in a CMMS such as SAP; review equipment history.
• On-call rotation as ICE technician for one week per cycle.
• Manage workload to complete calibrations and tasks on time.

Skills

PLC

DCS

BMS

DeltaV

Allen-Bradley

Calibration

CMMS SAP

Electrical systems

Beamex

On-call

Education

High school diploma or GED

RI Journeyman electrician license

Tools

Beamex

SAP

Oracle

Maximo

Job description

Position:

Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical Technician

Hourly Range:

$35.00 - $55.00

Location:

Coventry, RI (On-site)

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global contract research and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 25,000 employees worldwide across 28 locations in the US, UK, China, and Singapore, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported 887 discovery projects, 1,100+ CMC programs, and 1,397 clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,300 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

What You'll Do

As an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of the equipment and systems that support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. Working alongside Engineering, Facilities, and Manufacturing teams, you'll maintain and troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems that keep production running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• PM execution in a highly proceduralized, compliance driven, regulated (cGMP) environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing Calibrations of process instruments. A working knowledge of an automated calibration system (including database and calibrators) such as Beamex, is strongly desired.
• Experienced with a good working knowledge of PLCs, DCS and building automation systems (BMS) and process control systems such as DeltaV and Allen-Bradley.
• Demonstrated experience as an industrial electrician with a working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment such as switchgear, VFDs, UPS systems, emergency generators and fire alarm systems.
• Experienced with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) such as SAP to document PM activities and review equipment history is highly desirable.
• Rotate with other ICE technicians as the on-call ICE technician for call-ins for one week duration. Respond to the plant to troubleshoot and correct problems with process, utilities, or building systems.
• Manage workload to perform calibrations and assigned tasks on time.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required, with advanced technical training desired in field of expertise, i.e. electrical, instrumentation and/or controls. RI State Journeyman's electrician license is required.
• 10 years prior industrial experience is desired, but some experience may substituted by successful completion of a trade apprentice program or technical degree.
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs and loop diagrams. Ability to read, understand and test PLC code.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office including outlook, MS-word, excel, etc.
• Ability to read, understand and execute various facilities and manufacturing department Standard Operating Procedures in a highly regulated environment.
• Possess an understanding of the change control process and the requirements for it.
• Familiarity and experience documenting working in a computerized maintenance management system, such as Oracle, Maximo or SAP is desired.

Why Pharmaron?

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 25,000 employees and operations in the US, UK, China, and Singapore. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Collaborative Culture:

You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with significant employer contributions
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave & Company Holidays to support work-life balance
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions (for eligible plans), plus Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), mental health resources, and wellness programs
• Family-friendly benefits, including fertility support and maternity resources
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading global CRO/CDMO

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron (Stock Code: 300759.SZ/3759.HK) is a premier R&D service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities, and established a broad spectrum of research, development and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics and CGT products. With over 19,000 employees, and operations in China, the U.S., and the U.K., Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan and China.

Pharmaron is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer.