Process Development Engineer I - Purification Automation
Regeneron
What You'll Do
Automation System Development & Deployment
- Design, build, and deploy custom automation solutions for laboratory and pilot-scale process development equipment
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements, identify bottlenecks, and develop solutions to improve workflow efficiency and data capture
- Participate in the full system lifecycle: concept development, design, procurement, assembly, controls development, testing, deployment, and technology transfer
- Develop control logic (e.g., PLC or equivalent), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and supporting software for automated systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with custom-built automation systems and supporting infrastructure
Support, Maintenance, and Continuous Improvement
- Maintain and improve existing automation systems for reliability, performance, and usability
- Implement enhancements to reduce manual intervention, improve robustness, and increase scalability
- Monitor system performance and proactively address issues impacting uptime or data integrity
Data Integration & Infrastructure
- Support integration of equipment and automation systems with data platforms and PI historian
- Develop and maintain data flows for monitoring, trending, reporting, and advanced control capabilities
- Troubleshoot communication issues between devices, control systems, and data infrastructure
Must-haves
- Bachelorβs (3β5 years) or Masterβs (0β2 years) in Engineering (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical) or related field
- Strong downstream bioprocessing (filtration, chromatography, pilot-scale operations) OR strong automation/controls/software background
- Strong problem-solving/troubleshooting with attention to reliability and system performance
- Ability to communicate technical concepts/progress and maintain documentation (system designs, technical reports)
Preferred / Nice-to-haves
- Industrial automation/control systems; Python (or similar)
- Control logic experience; OPC/Modbus TCP
- SCADA/HMI (e.g., Ignition); data historians (e.g., AVEVA PI)
Benefits
- Student Loan Paydown; Tuition Reimbursement; Family Care Benefits; Relocation Assistance; Inclusion, Culture and Well-Being programs (physical & mental health)
Application instructions
- Apply now.