Process Automation Associate - 24/7 Pharma Ops (Remote)

Merck & Co.; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Process Automation Engineer Associate for the West Point, PA site. The role provides automation system support to enable reliable, compliant vaccine manufacturing and requires collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities include supporting automation systems, implementing changes, and investigating automation incidents to prevent recurrence. Preference for candidates with pharma/biotech experience and process control knowledge.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Preferred: experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Preferred: knowledge of process control systems.
• Preferred: experience supporting aseptic processing and/or sterile manufacturing operations.
• Technical and operational experience with computer systems, automation technologies, and programming.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as a team member while demonstrating integrity and respect.
• Comply with GMP and cGMP regulations in day-to-day activities.
• Provide automation system support for manufacture of vaccine products.
• Support automation components associated with manufacturing processes.
• Design, test, and close change controls for automation actions and improvements.
• Lead or participate in investigations of automation incidents to prevent recurrence.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

GMP knowledge

Education

BS in Engineering/CS or related field

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Process Automation Engineer Associate for the West Point, PA site. The role provides automation system support to enable reliable, compliant vaccine manufacturing and requires collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities include supporting automation systems, implementing changes, and investigating automation incidents to prevent recurrence. Preference for candidates with pharma/biotech experience and process control knowledge.