6344 - Automation Engineer / Automation Engineer

About the Role

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The Automation Engineer will support automation initiatives within a GMP-regulated biologics pilot plant, involving hands-on automation system support, integration, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts. This role also contributes to documentation aligned with SDLC and GMP compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide automation system support and troubleshooting in a GMP environment
• Lead or support integration of new automation systems and devices
• Perform system maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements
• Contribute to SDLC processes, including documentation and SOP development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation
• 3+ years of experience with Ignition platforms required
• Solid understanding of IT/OT integration
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming
• Experience working within GMP-regulated environments
• Proven ability in system and device integration
• Familiarity with PI Historian preferred
• Experience with DeltaV/Unicorn systems preferred

Company Culture & Values

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Pay

National (US) Range: $65,000 USD - $113,521 USD. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

Schedule

This is a 100% on-site role in West Point/North Wales, PA.