Pharma Automation Technician - Field Commissioning & BAS

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; New Philadelphia (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks an Automation Technician to support field commissioning, testing and startup of a pharmaceutical biotechnology facility.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of electro‑mechanical systems, calibration, PLC/HMI/SCADA work, and compliance with cGMP and ECN processes to bring the site online safely and efficiently. You'll work with Rockwell, Siemens and Emerson platforms, document activities, and coordinate with vendors to support

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of automation, instrumentation, or electrical controls experience in pharma/biotech/medical devices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide field commissioning, testing, and startup support for automated equipment and BAS/PCS/ITOT networks.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and field instrumentation; perform calibration and diagnostics.
• Read P&ID, wiring diagrams, and AF&ID; document ECN-compliant changes and regulatory records.

Skills

Automation

Instrumentation

Electrical controls

Communication

Capital project experience

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Rockwell ControlLogix 5000

FactoryTalk

Siemens Desigo BAS

Vaisala viewLinc EMS

Emerson DeltaV

Digital multimeters

Loop calibrators

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks an Automation Technician to support field commissioning, testing and startup of a pharmaceutical biotechnology facility.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of electro‑mechanical systems, calibration, PLC/HMI/SCADA work, and compliance with cGMP and ECN processes to bring the site online safely and efficiently. You'll work with Rockwell, Siemens and Emerson platforms, document activities, and coordinate with vendors to support