Process Automation Engineer (Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation)

Merck & Co.; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 12

Job summary

Merck & Co. seeks a Process Automation Engineer (Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation) for its Digital Manufacturing Operations team at the West Point site. You will provide automation system support to enable reliable, compliant vaccine production globally.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, lifecycle maintenance, SME guidance, SOP reviews, change controls, audits, and on-floor support. Hybrid work is available with aMonday-Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum of five years in a manufacturing automation role within a regulated industry.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with team members and leaders.
• Demonstrated leadership in matrixed organizations.
• Translate manufacturing requirements into automation and digital solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Understand leadership principles and maintain integrity and energy.
• Proven writing and verbal communication skills; project management experience.
• Familiarity with system validation and quality management functions.
• Experience with Process Control systems such as DeltaV, Rockwell PLCs, OPC, Modbus/Fieldbus/Profibus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automation issues and drive improvements to manufacturing performance.
• Maintain automation systems in cGMP compliance throughout lifecycle.
• Provide SME automation support within production teams.
• Support peers to ensure team success.
• Review automation docs, PMs, and SOPs for GMP compliance.
• Develop corrective actions for investigations related to automation/IT.
• Apply technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of automated systems.
• Participate in audits and training programs.
• Provide on-floor support for manufacturing activities.
• Generate and implement change controls to meet facility needs.
• Provide on-call support for off-shifts and weekends in rotation.

Skills

Change Controls

Cross-Functional Teamwork

DeltaV DCS

Foundation Fieldbus

IT Infrastructure Design

Manufacturing Information Systems

Manufacturing Systems

Modbus

OPC Servers

Profibus

Project Management

SDLC

Technical Writing

Regulatory Compliance

SDLC Project Management

Virtual Machines

Education

BS in Engineering or CS

Tools

DeltaV DCS

Allen-Bradley PLCs

OPC

Modbus/Fieldbus/Profibus

Job description

Job Description

Our company is seeking a dedicated and skilled Process Automation Engineer (Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation) to join our Digital Manufacturing Operations team at the thriving West Point site. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

The Process Automation Engineer role will provide automation system support and expertise to enable our manufacturing division in the reliable and compliant supply of quality vaccine products to customers and patients across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot challenging equipment/automation issues and innovation to improve manufacturing performance
• Maintain the automation systems in compliance with cGMPs through the life cycle of the equipment (initial qualification through retirement)
• Provide support as an automated systems Subject Matter Expert within an existing production team, including technical assistance in fulfilling the automation requirements for the team
• Support peers in areas of expertise to ensure the success of the team
• Review automation documents, preventive maintenance, and SOPs to ensure compliance with GMP and safety
• Develop and support corrective actions for investigations related to automation or IT systems
• Use technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and information technology systems
• Participate in audits and training programs
• Provide on-floor support of manufacturing activities
• Generate and implement change controls to meet the needs of the facility
• Provide on-call support for off-shifts and weekends, as part of a rotation with other team members

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in manufacturing automation-related role within a regulated industry
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, peers, and functional leaders
• Demonstrated leadership in achieving shared objectives within a matrixed organization
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and processes, with the ability to translate manufacturing requirements into automation and digital solutions
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply and model the company's Leadership Principles
• High level of personal integrity, credibility, and energy
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Project Management Experience
• Understanding of System validation and other Quality management functions
• Experience with navigating/troubleshooting Process Control systems, with preferred experience in the following: Emerson DeltaV DCS, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLCs, OPC, Modbus/Fieldbus/Profibus and other related technologies

Preferred

• Understanding and ability to apply regulatory/compliance requirements relative to their role
• Networking, Virtual Machines, Database management and other general IT administration
• Direct experience with SDLC and change controls for a GMP regulated process/system

Required Skills

• Change Controls
• Cross-Functional Teamwork
• DeltaV DCS
• Foundation Fieldbus
• IT Infrastructure Design
• Manufacturing Information Systems
• Manufacturing Systems
• Modbus
• OPC Servers
• Profibus
• Project Management
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Technical Writing

Preferred Skills

• Regulatory Compliance
• SDLC Project Management
• Virtual Machines (VM)

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

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The primary location for this posting is

USA - Pennsylvania - West Point

Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.

The salary range for the primary location of this role is

$117,000.00 - $184,200.00

This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .

Additional location(s)

Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

11/13/2026

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE -the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R424339