Automation Engineer

Role Summary

Automation Engineer responsible for identifying, recommending, implementing, and supporting automation-based solutions that address business needs. Ensure integration of manufacturing process train equipment is robust and follows industry standard architecture. Support automation projects in automation control logic, batch control, human interface design, and automation data collection and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Implement technology-based solutions to support site objectives and ensure regulatory compliance; continuously improve manufacturing processes through automation to enhance robustness and reliability.
• Investigate GMP non-conformances and provide solutions to correct system issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems with automated control systems associated with process equipment or facility utilities.
• Ensure systems maintain compliance with relevant local and corporate quality, engineering, and computer systems policies and procedures.
• Assist with researching, creating, reviewing, and approving validation deliverables and documentation as necessary.

Qualifications

• Required: BS in Engineering or AS with 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Required: Exceptional learning agility and desire to immerse in a highly technical job.
• Required: Proven experience with PLCs and HMIs.

Skills

• Industrial control systems experience; familiarity with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs; ICONICS HMI/SCADA application (preferred).
• Experience with automation data collection and visualization; knowledge of automation project lifecycle.

Education

• BS in Engineering or AS with relevant experience.

Additional Requirements

• Location: Fort Dodge, Iowa
• 8-hour shift with potential flexible schedule; hours may be adjusted by manufacturing needs; possible weekend or evening work if required.