Senior Automation & Network Engineer — Global Impact

Biopharma Careers; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Pfizer Matching

Retirement Savings Contribution

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Parental and medical leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking an Automation Engineer to support design, development, deployment, and maintenance of automation systems in a GMP environment. The role emphasizes collaboration with the engineering team to accelerate delivery of medicines, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and robust security controls.

Requirements include extensive automation and networking experience, proficiency in drafting plans and system docs, and a strong team orientation. On-premise work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in Automation Engineering and Networking
• Proficiency in drafting software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents
• Hands‑on experience with Automation Compliance projects
• Familiarity with network security controls
• Robust understanding of Computerized Systems, Compliance regulations, and network standards
• Strong teamwork spirit and excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively to meet targets.
• Apply skills and knowledge to contribute to team efforts.
• Use judgment to modify methods and techniques as needed.
• Monitor and complete periodic reviews, including the validation master plan for automation engineering.
• Demonstrate exceptional planning, organizing, time management, and team participation skills.
• Take responsibility for routine and preventive maintenance, ensuring equipment and facilities operate safely and efficiently.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Networking

Test Plans

System Design Docs

Automation Compliance

Network Security

Computerized Systems

Regulatory Compliance

Teamwork & Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

BA/BS

MBA/MS

Tools

Drafting Software

Job description

Pfizer is seeking an Automation Engineer to support design, development, deployment, and maintenance of automation systems in a GMP environment. The role emphasizes collaboration with the engineering team to accelerate delivery of medicines, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and robust security controls.

Requirements include extensive automation and networking experience, proficiency in drafting plans and system docs, and a strong team orientation. On-premise work in the U.S.