Multi-Site Automation Controls Engineer (PLC/HMI/SCADA)

STAQ Pharma Inc; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

STAQ Pharma Inc. is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support facility automation and monitoring across manufacturing operations in Columbus, OH and Denver, CO.

This hands-on role involves programming and maintaining PLCs/HMIs, supporting SCADA/BMS, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to projects on new and existing equipment in a cGMP environment. As part of a small team, you will own problems from start to finish, travel between sites as needed, and collaborate with IT to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years hands-on automation/controls in regulated manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting and on-floor problem solving; able to work on production floor and on-site travel.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs across Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, and B&R platforms, with HMIs and Ignition.
• Configure, tune, and troubleshoot VFDs on pumps, fans, and process motors.
• Support the set-up, maintenance, and documentation of SCADA systems, including configurations and procedures.
• Monitor and support the Building Management System (BMS) and environment monitoring systems.
• Assist commissioning and verification of PLC, HMI, and serialization systems; support FAT, SAT, and validation activities.
• Help implement and maintain filling, packaging, labeling, and vision/inspection systems.
• Install sensor-based systems to collect production data and monitor status.
• Collaborate with IT to procure/install hardware/software and maintain cybersecurity standards for control systems.
• Provide responsive technical support for equipment troubleshooting at both facilities; after-hours coverage as needed.
• Assist in training other departments on operation of automated equipment.
• Travel between Columbus and Denver sites; occasional vendor FAT/SAT travel.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and perform other duties.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC programming

HMI programming

VFD programming

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or CS

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

B&R PLC

Ignition

Job description

STAQ Pharma Inc. is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to support facility automation and monitoring across manufacturing operations in Columbus, OH and Denver, CO.

This hands-on role involves programming and maintaining PLCs/HMIs, supporting SCADA/BMS, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to projects on new and existing equipment in a cGMP environment. As part of a small team, you will own problems from start to finish, travel between sites as needed, and collaborate with IT to ensure