Sr. Principal Automation Engineer

GQR; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Senior Principal Automation Engineer based in Bloomington, IN. This senior-level position focuses on optimizing automation systems across processing, packaging, and facility operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process automation and controls systems, with a proven track record of improving efficiency and system uptime. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits, beginning on day one.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in process automation within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, and HMI programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of process automation systems.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC & HMI programs.
• Identify and implement automation improvements.
• Troubleshoot automation issues and minimize downtime.

Skills

Process Automation

Controls Systems

Troubleshooting

Efficient Operations

Cost Reduction

Education

BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering)

Tools

PLC Programming

HMI Systems

SCADA Systems

Ignition SCADA/HMI

Rockwell and Siemens coding

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Title: Sr. Principal Automation Engineer

Location: On-site 5 days a week in Bloomington, IN.

Status: Full-time direct hire with benefits starting day 1!

This role requires at least 15 years of Automation experience within a pharma and/or manufacturing environment.

Overview:

The Senior Principal Automation Engineer will oversee the identification, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of automation systems across pharmaceutical processing, packaging, and facility operations. This role is responsible for ensuring that all process automation systems are efficient, high-quality, fully functional, and compliant. Additionally, the Senior Principal Automation Engineer will provide support for engineering systems, capital projects, technical services, and plant operations as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Lead aspects of support needed in the design, development, and implementation of the site process automation and controls systems
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC & HMI programs
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities for equipment, instrument, and process optimization, efficiency, and cost reduction through automation technologies and lead initiatives to implement projects
• Lead the deployment of the full system lifecycle for process automation and control systems including the design, assessment, selection, commissioning, validation, and implementation of systems
• Troubleshoot automation and controls systems issues, conduct root causes analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations

Required Skills:

• BS in Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Design, or related field)
• 15+ years of work experience in process automation and controls systems (including experience in programming of PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems) in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Experience in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Experience in Ignition SCADA/HMI
• Knowledge of coding in Rockwell and Siemens (PLCs and HMIs)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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