Principal Automation Engineer, Site Services

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Gruppe; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to lead automation systems at a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves overseeing the installation and maintenance of complex automation infrastructures, managing vendor relationships, and providing strategic input on automation technologies. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in control system design and integration, with a strong background in Rockwell Automation and Siemens systems. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and project success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in control system design and automation in research and manufacturing.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation and Siemens systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as Technical System Owner for building automation platforms.
• Provide customer support in a 24x7 environment.

Skills

Control System Design

Automation Integration

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

FactoryTalk

Aveeva PI

Siemens Simatic

Kepware OPC

Siemens Desigo CC

Job description

The Position

As part of the Site Operations organization, the Principal Automation Engineer is a member of the Site Automation team that provides technical ownership & support of a wide range of automation systems owned and supported by Site Services at Genentech’s South San Francisco (SSF) and Dixon sites. This role is part of a team that is responsible for the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of automation infrastructure across a portfolio of 50+ buildings and 6 million square feet of mixed use space. This role also provides strategic input in the design & planning of campus automation systems, leads communications with key customers and cross-functional partners, and directly supports capital projects, business initiatives, process improvements and regulatory inspections. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in Rockwell Automation controls platforms, communication protocols (MQTT, BacNet) and Aveeva PI.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Act as Technical System Owner (TSO) for a wide range of building automation platforms, and process control systems.
  • This includes Rockwell FactoryTalk SCADA, Building Automation (Siemens Desigo CC), data historian (Aveeva PI), server infrastructure and other GMP assets.
  • Identify and resolve hardware and software application issues; manage change control.
  • Manage server infrastructure including system patching, operating procedures, and system manuals.
• Customer Support: Work closely with Site Operations customers to proactively identify and address customer needs and provide essential support in a 24x7 environment. (SSF & Dixon)
• Technical leader who influences cross-functional teams on
  • Long-term objectives and key strategic initiatives specific to design, system performance
  • Next generation smart technologies & automated solutions
  • Establish work priorities and timelines under limited supervision.
• Developing and managing vendor-partner relationships, support contracts & vendor resources
• Act as a mentor to develop peers and junior engineers.

Who You Are:

• You have over 10+ years of proven track record in control system design, automation, and integration within research and manufacturing environments.
• Bachelor's or Masters in Engineering such as Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or equivalent preferred.
• Your exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills set you apart, and you're a pro at managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with systems integrators in the design and build of control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including equipment/instrument troubleshooting.
• Strong aptitude for learning new technologies related to digital environments & data management.
• You excel at working within a team and collaborating with internal customers, team members, and external vendors.
• Strong hands-on technical experience in the following areas is required:
  • PLC/SCADA: Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 & FactoryTalk, Siemens Simatic.
  • Data Systems: Aveeva PI, Asset Framework, PI Connectors and Kepware OPC.
• Experience in the following areas is a plus:
  • Siemens Desigo CC and ALC WebCTRL.
  • IIS Web Application Configuration.
  • Windows server management, database technologies, active directory & group policies with respect to Operational Technologies (OT).
• You are continuously seeking improvement through methodologies such as LEAN/Six Sigma.
• Good understanding of cGMP regulations and Good Engineering Practices (GEP).

This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $138,500 - $257,100 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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