Principal Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Role: Principal Automation Engineer leading automation development and control systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Responsibilities: identify automation improvements, develop control configurations, serve as SME for automation applications including vision systems, track and trace, and digitalization initiatives; oversee lifecycle activities, validation, and system maintenance; troubleshoot hardware/software/network issues; support automation projects and capital activities with a focus on EHS and compliance. Requirements: Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science; 10+ years in automation software, PLC systems, and manufacturing environments; experience with system validation, 21 CFR Part 11, and AI/machine learning; strong vendor management and cross-functional leadership skills. Preferred: Bachelor's in Engineering, extensive experience with SCADA, PLC programming, HMI development, vision platforms, serialization, robotics, and regulated pharma/biotech manufacturing. HighValue: pharmaceutical manufacturing, control systems, validation, AI integration, vision and serialization technologies, regulatory compliance, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. WorkSetup: not specified; role likely on-site or hybrid given manufacturing context.