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Job Title: Automation Engineer II
Purpose and Scope
The Automation Engineer II supports the design, development, monitoring, maintenance and documentation of controls systems, PLC programming, Building Management Systems (BMS), and monitoring systems (chambers, particle measurement, building controls & equipment). The Automation Engineer II provides technical and automation support for equipment, facility, laboratory, and manufacturing systems and takes necessary steps to maintain them in good working order with assistance from the owners, maintenance department, and outside contractors.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform necessary functions to monitor and maintain automation and computer system in a validated state.
Understand and manage change control process for automated and computer systems.
Provide technical support for production equipment, utilities systems, and building automation and controls.
Serve as Subject Matter Expert and system owner for automation, control systems, and computer systems (e.g. Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, Delta Controls Orcaview, and JCI Metasys Building Management Systems).
Review validation documentation for automation, control systems, and computer systems.
Compile and analyze data, prepare reports and make recommendations for changes and/or improvements.
Provide after hours and weekend support for manufacturing when in operation, as needed.
Maintain safe work environment and follow site policies and procedures.
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Data management and SCADAs (iFix/Wonderware) to support systems: design, programming, maintenance.
Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 9001 requirements.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills both verbal and written.
Desire to innovate and continuous improve processes and programs in the area of responsibility.
Technical writing and documentation review skills.
Ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice or acceptance criteria.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three or more years of equipment automation experience in in pharmaceutical industry or related discipline.
Experience with Allen Bradley systems A/B PLC-5, A/B Controls Logixs, A/B Compact Logixs and A/B SLC 50x required.
Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, Delta Controls Orcaview, or JCI Metasys Building Management Systems experience required.
Design/programming/maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS, BMS), and SCADA/HMI/PLC/Data controls systems experience preferred.
Experience in SQL database management/maintenance, and VB/C++ programming preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Annual pay range $95,000 – $105,000 DOE
Why Kelly®?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. With Kelly® Engineering, our experts connect you with leading organizations where you can learn and grow, collaborate on innovative projects, and keep your skills sharp with top technology. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects, or are looking for something more long-term, we’re here every step of the way to find your dream engineering job.
About Kelly®
At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.
Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.
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