Senior Automation Engineer (Manufacturing)

Pfizer, S.A. de C.V; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing manufacturing information systems, ensuring zero downtime, and enhancing manufacturing success rates. You will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and efficiency in the delivery of life-saving medicines. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical field while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Vacation

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Parental Leave

Relocation Support

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in automation engineering or related field.
• Experience in writing software test plans and system design documents.
• Strong knowledge of programming and troubleshooting process controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24x7 support for automation systems and lead small project teams.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure equipment operates reliably.
• Mentor junior staff and clearly communicate progress to peers.

Skills

Software Test Plans

Process Controls Equipment Troubleshooting

Network Technology (IP/TCP, Ethernet)

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Rockwell

Siemens

Wonderware

VMware

SQL

AVEVA PI

FactoryTalk PharmaSuite

Job description

Senior Automation Engineer (Manufacturing)

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

Pfizer Global Supply proudly shoulders the responsibility of manufacturing and distributing our wide-ranging pharmaceutical products.

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

Transforming Delivery of high quality products

Pfizer, We are one

PGS - Manufacture the Future

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

What You Will Achieve

Working with Pfizer’s dynamic engineering team, you will play a critical role in the management of manufacturing information systems to improve manufacturing success rates and ensure zero downtime. As a Senior Associate, your knowledge and skills will contribute towards the goals and objectives of the team. Your focus and ability to meet team targets will help in completing critical deliverables. Your innovative use of communication tools and techniques will facilitate explaining difficult issues and establishing consensus between teams. It is your hard work and dedication that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

• Provide 24x7x365 support of our automation systems and perform automation activities for capital and non-capital projects.
• Execute projects based on agreed-upon deadlines and equipment availability.
• Develop plans for project completion and lead small project teams.
• Demonstrate good planning, organizing, time management, and team collaboration.
• Perform routine and preventive automation maintenance work and ensure equipment and facilities work safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Generate and develop standard operating procedures and system support documentation.
• Analyze operational process problems and recommend appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
• Manage change control authoring and execution.
• Participate in site and network teams to provide automation alignment and direction.
• Modify moderately complex to highly complex control logic that requires a degree of scientific and/or manufacturing process expertise.
• Mentor and guide junior staff and serve as a technical trainer, whenever necessary.
• Clearly communicate progress and roadblocks to customers and peers.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with writing software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents.
• Basic knowledge of network technology (IP/TCP, Ethernet).
• Strong knowledge of programming and troubleshooting process controls equipment (Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware).
• Strong knowledge of computerized systems, compliance regulations, and standards.
• Teamwork spirit, collaboration, and training abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• Knowledge of VMware and virtualization.
• Database/Historian knowledge (SQL, AVEVA PI).
• Experience with batch management systems.
• Experience with MES (FactoryTalk PharmaSuite, etc.).
• Understanding of programming, and proficiency in at least one language.

OTHER JOB DETAILS

Last Date to Apply for Job: 5/8/25

Relocation support available. Work Location: On Premise.

The annual base salary ranges from $80,300.00 to $133,900.00. This position is eligible for Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid vacation, holidays, personal days, parental and medical leave, and health benefits (medical, dental, vision).