Principal Automation Integration Engineer

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Village of Menands (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Menands, NY seeks a Senior Automation Systems Integration Engineer to design, implement, and support Data Acquisition and Analysis Systems for cGMP manufacturing.

The role focuses on real-time data collection, software/hardware improvements, and validated systems, with onsite work Monday–Friday. Collaboration across engineering, development, and validation teams is required to ensure compliant, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 8+ years of relevant automation experience.
• Experience with OT applications (SCADA, HMIs, Historians) and IT/Automation integration.
• Knowledge of ISA S95/S88 and enterprise-scale system deployments.
• Ability to work onsite in Menands, NY and support cGMP/validation activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement improvements to automated equipment per change control.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing deviations in automated control systems.
• Create design documents, FAT/SAT protocols following GAMP 5.
• Support small manufacturing, engineering, and validation projects.
• Review cyber security risks related to automation systems.

Skills

OT applications

SCADA

HMI

ISA S95/S88

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Engineering

Tools

SCADA software

HMIs

Industrial Historians

Job description

Build Our Future Together

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced Senior Automation Systems Integration Engineer with experience in real-time data collection and analysis to join a diverse team of engineers, developers, analysts, and administrators to design, implement, and support Data Acquisition and Analysis Systems. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & Where

• Location: Menands, New York, United States
• Work model: Onsite, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Discover Your Role

• Design, develop, and implement software/hardware improvements to existing automated equipment and new equipment according to change control procedures
• Perform troubleshooting and investigations relating to manufacturing deviations and anomalies associated with automated control systems
• Develop and edit engineering design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans for cGMP process equipment while following GAMP 5 guidelines
• Support small manufacturing, engineering, and validation projects
• Provide support to process control and process monitoring equipment software design, commissioning, testing, and corrective action
• Author or update system specifications and user and functional requirements specifications, and generate and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols
• Review cyber security vulnerabilities and risk pertaining to automation systems, software, and infrastructure
• Create, modify, and maintain automation system documentation
• Participate in rotational on-call schedule

This Role Requires

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, ideally, along with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with OT applications, including SCADAs, HMIs, Historians, etc.
• Core knowledge related to ISA S95 and S88 principles and IT/Automation integration
• Familiarity with standing up large systems at the enterprise level
• Familiarity with PLC communication, HMIs, computerized system design, and maintenance of automation process control infrastructure
• Gowning and Physical Requirements:
• Full cleanroom attire (Examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA)
• Ability to remove jewelry, make-up and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship. Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

$103,300.00 - $168,500.00