Senior Automation Engineer - Packaging & Process Systems

Abbott; Virginia; On-site; USD 78,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Altavista, VA seeks a Sr Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership for packaging and wet processing equipment. The role involves PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and integration of manufacturing systems, ensuring validated processes and robust troubleshooting across production lines.

You will work within cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to commissioning and site acceptance tests while maintaining Abbott quality and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process/manufacturing systems.
• Experience in validated processes and systems.
• Systems troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on design, development, implementation, optimization, validation, and troubleshooting of packaging and wet processing equipment.
• Oversee installation and integration of manufacturing systems including wet processing, filling and secondary packaging.
• Lead or assist with electrical control system design/improvement projects, including cost estimates, bid packages, and equipment specifications.
• Develop validation and commissioning protocols and execute factory/site acceptance tests.
• Provide post-startup support for constructed equipment and systems.
• Review equipment and instrument specifications, construction drawings, plant layout, vendor proposals and provide feedback on changes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Delta-V

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

CompactLogix

FactoryTalk View SE/ME

Ignition

iFix

Job description

Abbott in Altavista, VA seeks a Sr Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership for packaging and wet processing equipment. The role involves PLC programming, HMI/SCADA development, and integration of manufacturing systems, ensuring validated processes and robust troubleshooting across production lines.

You will work within cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and contribute to commissioning and site acceptance tests while maintaining Abbott quality and regulatory