System Analysis & Consulting Expert 6

BEPC Inc. - Business Excellence Professional Consulting; Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Hybrid – 3 days on-site

Job summary

BEPC Inc. is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer in Bedford, MA. The role focuses on designing, developing, and integrating industrial automation solutions, including PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development, within a multinational R&D setting.

You will collaborate with developers, testers, product owners, and architects to deliver OT systems and data exchanges using OPC DA/UA, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP. A strong background in GMP/GxP and DCS technologies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or related field.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in industrial control systems and OT solutions in R&D environments.
• Experience integrating software with industrial hardware and automation equipment.
• Hands-on PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Proficiency with PLC languages: STL, FBD, Ladder Logic.
• Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, CODESYS, or Rockwell.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms: WinCC, Ignition, AVEVA System Platform, or FactoryTalk View.
• Knowledge of OPC DA/UA, Modbus, EtherNet/IP protocols.
• Experience in R&D teams with software developers and testers.
• Familiarity with DCS technologies (DeltaV, Siemens PCS).
• Knowledge of SQL Server, .NET, UI design, and prototyping.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems and OT solutions for biopharma R&D environments.
• Develop PLC programs using STL, FBD, Ladder Logic, and OO programming.
• Create SCADA/HMI applications with WinCC, Ignition, AVEVA, or FactoryTalk View.
• Integrate automation software with hardware ensuring reliable communication.
• Implement real-time data exchange using OPC DA/UA, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP.
• Prepare technical specs and validation docs per GAMP 5 for GxP.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, developers and testers.
• Develop proof-of-concept solutions and system prototypes.
• Support integration with DCS, databases, and software apps.
• Participate in Agile development and cross-time-zone collaboration.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI development

OT systems

software-to-hardware integration

industrial automation

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Automation

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

CODESYS

Rockwell Automation

WinCC/Ignition/AVEVA/FactoryTalk View

Job description

Location: Bedford, MA 01730 – Hybrid (3 Days On-Site)

Employment Type: Contract (12 Months)

Pay Rate: $92.86/hr

Job ID: 30901

Role Overview

BEPC is seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to support our client's innovative biopharmaceutical research and development (R&D) operations in Bedford, MA.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to design, develop, and integrate industrial automation solutions, including PLC programming, SCADA/HMI development, and Operational Technology (OT) systems in a highly collaborative, international R&D environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong hands‑on industrial automation experience, expertise in software-to-hardware integration, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into reliable, scalable automation solutions.

You will collaborate with developers, testers, product owners, architects, and global stakeholders to deliver advanced automation technologies supporting biopharmaceutical R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems and OT solutions for biopharmaceutical R&D environments.
• Develop and maintain PLC programs using STL, FBD, Ladder Logic, and object-oriented programming.
• Design, configure, and implement SCADA/HMI applications using platforms such as Siemens WinCC, Ignition, AVEVA System Platform, or Rockwell FactoryTalk View.
• Integrate industrial automation software with hardware systems, ensuring reliable communication and functionality.
• Implement real-time data exchange solutions using OPC DA/UA, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP protocols.
• Develop technical specifications and validation support documentation following GAMP 5 guidelines to support GxP compliance.
• Collaborate with product owners, software architects, developers, and testers to define technical requirements and deliver automation solutions.
• Develop and present proof-of-concept solutions, technical demonstrations, and system prototypes.
• Support integration with distributed control systems (DCS), databases, and software applications.
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with international teams across multiple time zones in a multi-product R&D environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience developing industrial control systems and OT solutions, including PLC programming and SCADA/HMI development in R&D environments.
• Demonstrated experience integrating software applications with industrial hardware and automation equipment.
• Hands‑on experience writing code for both PLC and HMI systems.
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming languages, including STL, FBD, and Ladder Logic.
• Experience with industrial automation platforms such as Siemens TIA Portal, CODESYS, or Rockwell Automation.
• Experience developing SCADA/HMI applications using Siemens WinCC, Ignition, AVEVA System Platform, or Rockwell FactoryTalk View.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols, including OPC DA/UA, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP.
• Understanding of APIs and their role in software integration and data communication.
• Experience working in an R&D team of more than five people, including software developers and testers.
• Experience with DCS technologies such as DeltaV or Siemens PCS.
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server, .NET Framework, UI design, and prototyping.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to understand abstract technical concepts and translate requirements into functional software solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Siemens WinCC, or Rockwell Studio 5000.
• Experience working in regulated environments, particularly with GMP, GxP, GAMP 5, or 21 CFR Part 11.
• Hands‑on experience implementing Module Type Package (MTP) solutions.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, WebSocket, and industrial software integration.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Knowledge of Docker, virtualization technologies, Prometheus, RabbitMQ, or Java.
• Familiarity with ISA-88 and ISA-95 industrial automation standards.
• Experience working in Agile environments with Product Owners and Scrum Masters, including the Nexus Framework.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted software development tools and their application throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and deliver effective solutions in complex R&D environments.
• Contract Start Date: December 7, 2026
• Contract End Date: December 6, 2027
• Contract Duration: 12 Months
• Pay Rate: $92.86 per hour
• Work Location: 80 Ashby Road, Bedford, MA 01730
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days on-site per week
• Work Environment: International, multicultural R&D team collaborating across global time zones.

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top‑tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management.

At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive.

With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

Joining BEPC means becoming part of an organization that values teamwork, technical expertise, innovation, and long-term success.