Sr. Automation Engineer

World Courier Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

World Courier Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer to lead the design and operation of cold room systems. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while collaborating with various teams to optimize cold chain solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in industrial refrigeration and a solid understanding of cGMP processes. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for this fixed-term contract position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Industrial Refrigeration and Cold room Design.
• 5+ years in CO2 cold room design and operation.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and validation processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of Cold Room/Refrigeration systems and processes.
• Ensure cold room design meets compliance specifications.
• Lead commissioning, qualification, validation, and operation.

Skills

Industrial Refrigeration

Cold Room Design

Automated Processes

Project Management

Communication Skills

cGMP Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

## Sr. Automation EngineerApplylocations: Columbus, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2610203Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!# **Job Details****Summary of Role:**Will play a critical role leading the design, construction, commissioning, Startup, qualification, validation, training and operation of CO2 Cold Chain (Cold Rooms/Refrigeration systems.This role partners closely with Site Facility & Engineering (F&E), Packaging operations, Warehouse, Quality, Technologies/DTI/IT and external cold room vendors to ensure Cold Room/Refrigeration systems and processes are designed, implemented, and operated in compliance with cold room specifications as well as GxP, safety, and quality requirements. The engineer will serve as a technical subject matter expert and contribute to the development of reliable, scalable, and compliant cold chain solutions.**Responsibilities:*** Lead the design of Cold Room/Refrigeration systems and processes used in Manufacturing, Packaging and Warehouse operation* Ensure the cold room design meets engineering, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance specifications and requirements.* Lead commissioning, qualification, validation, startup and operation of new AOH ASRS cold room with CO2.* Lead and support the development, testing, implementation, validation, and operation of critical automation and software systems.* Support Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities for the cold room systems.* Lead cold room operational training and system adoption* Partner with Quality Assurance, Computer System Validation (CSV), Packaging, Manufacturing, and IT/OT teams to maintain GxP compliance.* Serve as a recognized Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) for cold room systems, establishing operational methodologies and best practices.* Ensure commissioning and qualification activities align with project requirements, milestones, and schedule commitments.* Apply engineering principles and practices across cold room automation, controls and integrated systems.* Drive continuous improvement to simplify and optimize cold room design and operational processes.* Demonstrate a strong understanding of OT/IT convergence, industrial networks, and system integration.* Work closely with cold room vendors/consultants, ensuring contracts, technical specifications, and deliverables meet requirements.* Effectively lead and influence teams, achieving both technical outcomes and strong collaboration.**Education:** BS in engineering**Preferred Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline* 10+ years in Industrial Refrigeration and Cold room Design* 5+ years in CO2 cold room design and operation* Proficiency in Automated processes, technologies and systems deployment and adoption* Strong project management and communication skills* Strong knowledge of cGMP and validation processes.* Experience working in an operational GxP-regulated environment with a strong understanding of applicable regulations and standards* Direct experience working in regulated environments (GMP, OSHA, EPA)* Willingness to travel (30%), as required; Fluent in English with effective communication skillsThis position is for a fixed term contract supporting one of ECHO Consulting Group (a Cencora company) partners on site at their facility.