Senior Automation Engineer: Optical Inspection & Assembly
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Job summary
Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Automation Engineer for Drug Product optical inspection and device assembly within Site Automation. You will own automation/controls, drive FAT/SAT, and ensure traceable data flow across MES and manufacturing systems.
The role requires hands-on expertise with PLC/DCS, SCADA/HMI, and vision systems, plus strong collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, CSV, and IT teams to maintain compliant, reliable operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Science, or a related technical discipline is required.
- 6+ years in progressive industrial automation/controls within pharma or biopharma manufacturing.
- Hands-on automation experience with PLC/DCS, SCADA/HMI, ISA-95 standards, and validated systems.
Responsibilities
- Own automation/controls scope for Drug Product optical inspection and device assembly areas.
- Lead FAT/SAT, commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support.
- Coordinate with OEMs, system integrators, CSV, MES, and quality teams for system integration.
- Develop and validate control narratives, interface definitions, alarms, and system architectures.
- Ensure data integrity, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance throughout the lifecycle.
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Job description
Johnson & Johnson is seeking an Automation Engineer for Drug Product optical inspection and device assembly within Site Automation. You will own automation/controls, drive FAT/SAT, and ensure traceable data flow across MES and manufacturing systems.
The role requires hands-on expertise with PLC/DCS, SCADA/HMI, and vision systems, plus strong collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, CSV, and IT teams to maintain compliant, reliable operations.
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