Senior Automation Engineer

TechDigital Group; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the development and maintenance of control systems in a dynamic industrial environment. This role is pivotal in integrating automation strategies with manufacturing processes, particularly in Life Sciences. You will be responsible for designing and programming DCS systems, PLCs, and SCADA solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in DeltaV automation and a passion for innovative solutions. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will drive impactful projects and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation and life sciences manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems and MES integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation strategies for process control systems.
• Program control systems applications and ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide technical support and develop system validation documentation.

Skills

DeltaV automation

DCS-MES integration

PLC programming

Robotics

Automation systems

Life Sciences manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Bio-Process Engineering

Tools

DeltaV systems

SCADA

Job description

Pre-screen questions now required with submissions

Please share at the top of your resume or as a second attachment:

1. How many years of DeltaV configuration/development experience do you have?
2. Have you ever worked on batch configurations on DeltaV?
3. Do you have any Life Sciences experience?
4. Do you have experience in integrating DeltaV with MES or any other application?

Top Must Have's/Keywords

Experience with DeltaV automation, DCS-MES integration, PLC, Robotics, Automation systems, and Life Sciences manufacturing experience.

Note: The hiring manager is looking for DeltaV automation experience. Life Science manufacturing batch experience is mandatory.

Job Summary

The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting control systems and MES integration solutions in an industrial environment. This includes design, programming, and configuration of DCS systems, PLCs, SCADA, and related software, aligned with MES integration requirements. The role involves providing technical support, developing documentation, and participating in project management and coordination. The engineer will develop and implement automation strategies for industrial process control systems, requiring strong knowledge of industrial control systems and effective communication with stakeholders.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Program various control systems applications and HMIs according to MES requirements.
2. Exhibit excellent interpersonal, communication, documentation, presentation, and computer skills. Collaborate within a team and communicate technical information effectively.
3. Execute IQ and OQ for control system development and enhancements.
4. Develop system validation documentation and ensure compliance.
5. Create and manage application-specific knowledge bases.
6. Design, program, and configure DeltaV systems, PLCs, SCADA, and related software.
7. Understand MES-control system integration requirements and participate in workshops.
8. Provide technical support to customers, engineers, and stakeholders.
9. Develop technical documents including design specifications, manuals, and procedures.
10. Develop and implement automation strategies for process control systems.
11. Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade existing control systems for MES integration.
12. Participate in project management and coordination.
13. Monitor and analyze system performance.
14. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
15. Adopt best practices, standards, and procedures related to automation systems.
16. Maintain knowledge of evolving automation technologies.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical, Electrical, Computer Science, Bio-Process Engineering, or related field.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years relevant automation and life sciences manufacturing experience.