Senior Automation Engineer: DCS & PLC Systems Lead

Cambrex - Charles City; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrex - Charles City is seeking an Automation Engineer to support and maintain the plant-wide Distributed Controls System (DCS), PLCs and alarm systems. The role involves collaboration across Operations, QA and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient production of quality materials.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Chemical Engineering or related field, with experience in automation and familiarity with DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP requirements.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Experience in automation and control systems preferred.
• Ability to work with DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain plant wide DCS, PLCs and alarm systems.
• Lead/assist facility designs or modifications related to automation.
• Perform automation/engineering functions for project design work.
• Troubleshoot automation equipment and train contractors/vendors.

Skills

Automation engineering

DCS

PLC

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Cambrex - Charles City is seeking an Automation Engineer to support and maintain the plant-wide Distributed Controls System (DCS), PLCs and alarm systems. The role involves collaboration across Operations, QA and Maintenance to ensure safe, efficient production of quality materials.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Chemical Engineering or related field, with experience in automation and familiarity with DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP requirements.