Senior Automation Engineer

DSJ Global; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in biotech is looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to enhance their manufacturing capabilities. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining critical automation systems such as PLC, SCADA, and MES, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a robust technical background in automation engineering, with a focus on GMP environments. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will lead projects from conception to completion, troubleshoot issues, and mentor junior staff. If you're passionate about driving innovation in biotech manufacturing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automation engineering experience in biotech manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of cGMP and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain PLC, SCADA, and MES systems for biotech processes.
• Lead automation projects and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Automation Engineering

Data Integrity

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Automation or Computer Science

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Ignition

Wonderware

ERP Systems

LIMS

Job description

Global Sales Operations Manager at Phaidon International

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automation Engineer to join a biotech manufacturing team. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems, including PLC, SCADA, and MES, to support bioprocessing and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in industrial automation, experience in regulated environments (GMP), and the ability to lead automation projects from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC, SCADA, and MES systems for biotech manufacturing processes.

• Lead automation projects, including system upgrades, modifications, and new installations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including process engineering, IT, and quality assurance, to integrate automation solutions with biotech manufacturing processes.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and other regulatory standards in automation system design and implementation.

• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for automation-related issues.

• Develop and maintain documentation, including functional specifications, validation protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Support data integrity, cybersecurity, and system validation efforts related to automation systems.

• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on automation best practices and system operation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences manufacturing environment.

• Expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), SCADA systems (Ignition, Wonderware, or equivalent), and MES platforms.

• Strong understanding of cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation requirements for automation systems.

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, OPC, etc.).

• Knowledge of historians, data analytics, and integration with enterprise systems (ERP, LIMS, etc.) is a plus.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Industries: Chemical Manufacturing