Automation Engineer - 105B Insulin Vial

Role Summary

Automation Engineer responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving process automation solutions within Indy Parenteral to ensure that business goals are achieved, and that automation systems are in-control, capable, and compliant.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve process automation solutions within Indy Parenteral to achieve business goals.
• Ensure process automation solutions / systems are in-control, capable, and compliant.
• Maintain a safe working environment by following safety rules and promoting safety culture.
• Participate in safety activities (audits, JSA‚Äôs, hazard reviews) to drive safety improvements.
• Provide automation expertise as an active member of the area process team.
• Acquire technical expertise of equipment and processes in area of responsibility.
• Establish and monitor/trend control systems to verify and optimize equipment performance.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for difficult equipment and operational problems.
• Use formal problem-solving techniques, including Root Cause Analysis, to resolve equipment issues.
• Respond to and implement customer requests related to equipment.
• Communicate effectively with process team members, operations, engineering tech, and crafts personnel.
• Implement corrections, corrective actions, and countermeasures arising from CAPAs.
• Lead or participate in verification and qualification activities, including commissioning of new equipment or areas.
• Define system user requirements, design system architectures, and develop code.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities related to equipment in the area.
• Utilize project management skills to provide software development timelines and milestones.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent work experience)
• Required: Adequate interpersonal and communications skills to work effectively in a team-based environment
• Required: Strong computer skills in software packages (Excel, JMP, etc.)
• Required: Ability to work safely to ensure the safety of self and others
• Preferred: Previous experience as a process or automation engineer, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry
• Preferred: Knowledge of GMPs and pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Preferred: Strong problem-solving skills in measurements, control, and data
• Preferred: Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills and attention to detail; adaptable to changing priorities
• Preferred: Experience with automation platforms, preferably Rockwell Automation Systems

Skills

• Automation and process control
• Root Cause Analysis and problem solving
• System design, development, and qualification
• Project management and milestone planning
• Excellent communication and teamwork

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering (or equivalent work experience)

Additional Requirements

• 8-hour Monday through Friday schedule; potential for weekend/holiday on-site or off-site support
• Work in manufacturing and laboratory areas requiring appropriate PPE
• Occasional travel for training, conferences, capital projects, etc.