Senior Automation Engineer

Merck Gruppe; Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a skilled software developer to design SCADA software. The role involves driving software release projects, participating in architecture reviews, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates possess strong knowledge of Automation SCADA, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. This hybrid position supports cross-team collaboration in Bedford, Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or relevant experience.
• Experience in Automation SCADA, Rockwell, and OPC/UA.
• Knowledge of software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Drive software release projects and manage development.
• Participate in architecture reviews and design activities.
• Ensure compliance with Agile principles and documentation.

Skills

Automation SCADA

C#

User Interface Design

Agile Development

Collaboration Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Git

Job description

Work Location: Bedford, Massachusetts
Shift: No
Department: LS-PS-RSL Legacy & Acquired Technology Development
Recruiter:Paul Therrien

This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.

Your Role

Design of the SCADA software:

• Drive the software release projects
• Participate in architecture reviews with the Architect and Expert. Ensure modifications to come are in line with the team purposes.
• Challenge the vision to ensure guarantee its feasibility with the Development Team.
• Ensure guidelines produced by the Development Team, Architects and Quality are correctly implemented.

Software Development according to skills:

• Estimate the development activities effort.
• Participate in the design activities according to the architectural framework.
• Manage the software development and maintenance under Team Product Owner guidance.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of the documentation, especially specifications.
• Willingness to improve code quality and security, and workflow efficiency.
• Deliver the supporting and installation documentation for the team and the user.

Software validation according to skills:

• Drive validation phases

Framework Adherence and training:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and train to new skills upon needs.
• Ensure adherence to Agile development principles and good practices, fostering a collaborative environment that aligns technical and customer-centric goals.
• Collaborate efficiently with other teams and Agile roles to execute sprints, PIs, and integrate embedded software development seamlessly into the larger Agile framework.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or any software engineer discipline, or related experience
• Significant hands-on records on Automation SCADA (ideally Ignition), Rockwell, OPC/UA, C# and on User Interface design and development
• Knowledge of software development life cycle and methodologies
• Proficiency in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or any software engineer discipline
• Experience in pharmaceutical/life sciences industry and quality management with GAMP, understanding on regulatory requirements (e.g. FDA 21CFR part 11, Eudralex Annex 11)
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies, certification in SAFe
• Experience with collaboration tools like Azure DevOps, Confluence or Jira
• Familiarity and experience to DevOps environment tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven, Bitbucket, Artifactory,)

This is a hybrid role based in Bedford, MA

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.