Sr. Control Systems Engineer

Roche; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche seeks a Senior Control Systems Engineer to optimize and troubleshoot automation systems at its Branchburg facility. This role emphasizes control systems design, programming, and collaboration with technical teams, supporting the delivery of PCR diagnostic tests in an FDA-regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience with filling/packaging equipment.
• PLC/HMI programming experience with a focus on Rockwell Software.
• Automation experience in an FDA-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and troubleshoot industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and Vision Systems.
• Support the design and validation of manufacturing processes.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Software: RSLogix 5000/Studio5000

FactoryTalk View Machine Edition

Visual Basic

Python

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Branchburg is the molecular diagnostics manufacturing engine within Global Operations and a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) center of excellence. As the largest DIA manufacturing site in North America, our teams deliver a broad portfolio of PCR-based in-vitro diagnostic tests. Our operations include reagent and active diagnostic ingredient (ADI) production, filling and packaging. Our 63-acre site with ~1400 people is currently under expansion, fueled by our culture of agility, innovation and transformation. Each day we focus on delivering the value of Roche Diagnostics to patients around the world.

The Senior Control Systems Engineer provides expertise in engineering, design, installation and start-up of automation systems. Assists manufacturing operations in problem solving with regards to the automation systems as well as in the validation of process and facility automation. They may also develop code and design system architectures in order to define user compatibility as well as developing label specifications for external suppliers.

The Opportunity:

• Production System Support – Optimize and troubleshoot industrial manufacturing equipment for filling & packaging operations in an FDA-regulated manufacturing facility.

• Responsible for overall control system concept and support. Ability to program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMI, VFDs, Servos, and Vision Systems. Ability to create electrical schematics and other automation/controls-related drawings in conformance to specifications.

• Establish New Equipment Specifications - Uses technical knowledge and expertise to support Operations in the design, maintenance, scale-up, optimization, automation, troubleshooting and validation of manufacturing processes or equipment. Prepares user requirements and factory acceptance testing strategy for new filling and packaging equipment.

• Internally Support Technical Topics - Assist fellow Engineering Support team members by interfacing with other technical groups to help drive technical discussions. Provide support when exploring new processes or technologies which are technical in nature.

• Excellent verbal communication skills required. Ability to explain and instruct others (both technical and non-technical) on complex logic and automation sequences. Excellent interpersonal skills required to interact with stakeholders. Excellent technical writing skills required. Ability to communicate technical user requirements with equipment suppliers.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering preferred. Bachelor of Science in other Engineering disciplines will be considered with equivalent experience.

• 5 years of hands-on experience with a filling/packaging equipment manufacturer or system integrator working in the filling/packaging industry.

• PLC/HMI programming experience with a heavy concentration using Rockwell Software: RSLogix 5000/Studio5000 and FactoryTalk View Machine Edition.

• Automation and controls engineering experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on troubleshooting with maintenance personnel.

• Basic understanding of Industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA).

• High level programming languages (Visual Basic, Python, etc.)

Knowledge,Skills and Abilities:

Excellent verbal communication skills.

Ability to communicate effectively and build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders as well as vendors.

Ability to summarize complex information and present to varied audiences.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of New Jersey is $84,700 to $157,300 . Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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