On-Site Automation Engineer — Drive Production Efficiency

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom in Morrisville, NC, is seeking an Automation Engineer to drive capital and process-improvement projects. Responsibilities include automation design, programming PLCs/SCADA, and supporting validation with CGMP adherence.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 4 years in automation/controls, with experience in sterile manufacturing and robotics, AI, and machine learning. This is an on-site, day-shift position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of automation/controls engineering.
• Experience in sterile manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with robotics, AI, and machine learning.
• Experience with project management.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements automation to improve production efficiency and compliance.
• Program PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and inspection systems.
• Lead key plant projects and support validation per CGMP.
• Maintain and upgrade automation equipment and safety systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Robotics

AI & ML

Leadership

Problem solving

PLC/SCADA programming

Data Historian

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix

RSView

GE Proficy iFix

Job description

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom in Morrisville, NC, is seeking an Automation Engineer to drive capital and process-improvement projects. Responsibilities include automation design, programming PLCs/SCADA, and supporting validation with CGMP adherence.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 4 years in automation/controls, with experience in sterile manufacturing and robotics, AI, and machine learning. This is an on-site, day-shift position.