Automation Engineer
Sanofi
August 19, 2026
On-site
Swiftwater, PA
$75,000 - $108,333.33 USD yearly
IT
Main Responsibilities
- Oversee manufacturing automation systems across the site; support implementation changes to automation systems, update design documents, execute testing, troubleshoot events, and provide SME support for automated process control systems (incl. dedicated clean utilities).
- Ensure integration of automation systems with digital applications supporting production, quality control, and data management.
- Ensure GMP/regulatory compliance for C&Q activities, including specs, test protocols, and system validation; manage risks and ensure compliance to minimize timeline/cost disruption.
- Develop and deliver training materials; provide post-implementation support.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, Tech Transfer, IT, and Engineering; capture/document requirements.
- Develop standards/best practices; lead design reviews and user acceptance testing.
- Oversee daily monitoring/troubleshooting/support of PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and other control systems to reduce downtime.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities; support investigations of process deviations and drive quality/yield improvements.
- Participate in operational meetings and provide rotating off-shift on-call support.
Basic Qualifications
- 2+ years direct experience with automation systems/support in biopharma (preferred).
- Knowledge of DCS (DeltaV), SCADA (Aveva), PLCs; preferred understanding of machine connectivity/data acquisition (e.g., Historian/ERP) using OPC.
Skills/Qualifications
- Cross-functional collaboration, analytical/problem-solving, and strong communication.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering/CS/biotech or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
Language
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Benefits (as stated)
- Health and wellbeing benefits, prevention/wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender-neutral parental leave.
- Oversee manufacturing automation systems across the site; support implementation changes to automation systems, update design documents, execute testing, troubleshoot events, and provide SME support for automated process control systems (incl. dedicated clean utilities).
- Ensure integration of automation systems with digital applications supporting production, quality control, and data management.
- Ensure GMP/regulatory compliance for C&Q activities, including specs, test protocols, and system validation; manage risks and ensure compliance to minimize timeline/cost disruption.
- Develop and deliver training materials; provide post-implementation support.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, Tech Transfer, IT, and Engineering; capture/document requirements.
- Develop standards/best practices; lead design reviews and user acceptance testing.
- Oversee daily monitoring/troubleshooting/support of PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and other control systems to reduce downtime.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities; support investigations of process deviations and drive quality/yield improvements.
- Participate in operational meetings and provide rotating off-shift on-call support.
Basic Qualifications
- 2+ years direct experience with automation systems/support in biopharma (preferred).
- Knowledge of DCS (DeltaV), SCADA (Aveva), PLCs; preferred understanding of machine connectivity/data acquisition (e.g., Historian/ERP) using OPC.
Skills/Qualifications
- Cross-functional collaboration, analytical/problem-solving, and strong communication.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering/CS/biotech or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
Language
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Benefits (as stated)
- Health and wellbeing benefits, prevention/wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks gender-neutral parental leave.