Senior Automation Engineer - Regulated Environment

Flexware Innovation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexware Innovation seeks a senior Controls/Automation Engineer to lead projects in Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences while staying hands-on with PLC/ HMI/VFD technologies. The role involves regulatory compliance, technical leadership, and collaboration with clients to deliver robust automation solutions.

The position may require travel and is based in a setting where production keeps moving and data drives decisions. An experienced engineer with GMP exposure will fit well.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Technology or Information Systems.
• 8+ years of experience as a Controls or Automation Engineer.
• Experience in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Experience with batch processing (S88) is preferred or required.
• Proficient PLC programming in RSLogix/Studio5000 or Siemens environments and ladder/structured text.
• Experience designing and programming HMI screens (Wonderware InTouch, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, Ignition).
• Networking and VFD knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

• Program and install PLCs including AB ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix.
• Program and install HMIs/SCADA systems like PanelView, Wonderware InTouch, or similar.
• Program and install VFDs such as PowerFlex, Armorstart, and Danfoss.
• Work with networking components (Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet).
• Design, specification, programming, testing, and start-up assistance of automation solutions.
• Develop functional descriptions of automation solutions (control schemes, alarms, HMI, reports).
• Assist in project management tasks: schedules, budgets, scope, and technical leadership.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, test, repair sensors and actuators; define data structures and data flow.
• Provide detailed system documentation and assist with other technologies as needed.

Skills

Controls engineering

Automation engineering

Technical leadership

Regulated environment

GMP experience

Client consulting

Travel willingness

Documentation

Education

Technical Bachelor's degree

Tools

RSLogix500

RSLogix5000/Studio5000

Siemens Step7

TIA Portal

Wonderware InTouch

Rockwell FactoryTalk View

Ignition

Ethernet/IP

ControlNet

DeviceNet

VFDs (PowerFlex, Armorstart, Danfoss)

Job description

Description

WHAT FLEXWARE DOES

Manufacturers are the backbone of innovation—powering industries, improving lives, and keeping the world moving forward. That’s where Flexware Innovation comes in. Behind every great product is a complex web of machines, technology, data, and people working together to make it happen.

Flexware partners with manufacturers to guide their strategy and execute the solutions that bring it to life.

Founded in 1996, Flexware’s teams of talented advisors and engineers leverage technology across industrial controls, manufacturing systems integration, software development, data engineering and management, and the ever-evolving landscape of emerging technologies.

Flexware is made up of problem-solvers, builders, and collaborators who care deeply about doing work that matters. We roll up our sleeves, dive into the details, and create solutions that stand the test of time, because our customers count on us to keep production moving.

Today, Flexware is growing with fresh momentum and purpose. We’re investing in innovation, in our people, and in a culture where you can do your best work while living a balanced, meaningful life

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WHAT YOU WILL DO

You’ll have the opportunity to consult and work with many of Flexware's clients by helping lead large projects while still being hands on with many technologies in controls and automation. We are looking for a senior-level engineer who wants to be challenged to come up with innovative solutions and lead the solutions allowing our customers to be freed up to focus on what they do best. We are looking for someone who has experience working in a regulated environment. This position will be working in the Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences industry.As a consultant, you will work with a multitude of technologies depending on what the client’s needs are. Here are some of the technologies and responsibilities that you may encounter:

• Program and install PLCs including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix.
• Program and install HMIs / SCADA systems including Allen-Bradley PanelView ME / SE, Wonderware InTouch, and Wonderware ArchestrA.
• Program and install VFDs including Allen-Bradley PowerFlex, Armorstart, and Danfoss.
• Work with networking components such as Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, or DeviceNet.
• Responsible for automation and controls system design, specifications, programming, simulation, testing, as well as start-up assistance.
• Assist in developing a functional description of the automation solution such as the control scheme, alarms, HMI, reports, and others.
• Assist in various project management / coordination tasks such as managing project schedules and budgets, developing scope of work, and providing technical leadership.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, test, repair, and improve sensing, measurements, and actuation devices.
• Assist in defining the data structure layout and data flow model.
• Provide detailed documentation to clients on systems designs and programming.
• Perform other duties or work with other technologies as necessary.

Flexware is looking for an individual that is willing to step in where necessary and help our clients be successful. We are looking for someone that is not afraid to get their hands dirty and be of service to others. There is a travel expectation for this position.

**Please note that we are not interviewing candidates that require sponsorship now or in the future**

WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE DONE BEFORE

• Received a Technical Bachelor’s degree such as Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Technology, Information Systems, or another similar technical degree.
• Have several years of experience (8+) as a Controls or Automation Engineer.
• Experience working in a regulated environment with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Previous experience with batch processing (S88 standards) preferred by required
• Programmed PLCs using RSLogix500, RSLogix5000/Studio5000, Siemens Step7 or TIA Portal and other PLCs using Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Blocks or Sequential Function Charts (SFCs).
• Designed, created, and programmed HMI screens in Wonderware InTouch, Rockwell FactoryTalk View, Ignition, or others.
• Worked with networking components.
• Worked with variable frequency drives (VFDs).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.