Senior Automation Engineer — Pharma Manufacturing & AI

Pfizer, S.A. de C.V; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Paid vacation and personal days

Health benefits

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking an Automation Engineer to contribute to complex projects, ensure timely delivery, and support automation validation and maintenance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply engineering knowledge, and explore AI tools to improve processes.

The role requires substantial experience in automation, compliance, and system design, with strong teamwork and communication skills. US-based operations and on-site work support this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 8+ years of experience, or an associate/BA with related years of experience.
• Proven Automation Engineering experience.
• Proficiency in drafting software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents.
• Hands-on Automation Compliance project experience.
• Familiarity with process controls equipment.
• Strong understanding of Computerized Systems, compliance regulations, and standards.
• Teamwork and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively to meet targets.
• Apply skills to team efforts and adjust methods as needed.
• Monitor and complete periodic reviews, including validation master plan for automation engineering.
• Demonstrate planning, organizing, and time management with team participation.
• Maintain routine and preventive maintenance of equipment and facilities.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Drafting software

System design documents

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma with 8+ years experience

Associate’s degree with 6+ years

BA/BS with 2+ years

MBA/MS with relevant experience

Tools

Drafting software

Job description

Pfizer is seeking an Automation Engineer to contribute to complex projects, ensure timely delivery, and support automation validation and maintenance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply engineering knowledge, and explore AI tools to improve processes.

The role requires substantial experience in automation, compliance, and system design, with strong teamwork and communication skills. US-based operations and on-site work support this position.