Automation Engineer
The Planet Group · Indianapolis, IN · 1 mo ago
Engineering$80k–$110k/yrContract
About the role
An Automation Engineer responsible for ensuring all automated processes align with validation strategies and quality procedures for a medical device line. You will assist in the development of vision and programming standards and source code reviews for automated equipment.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance to suppliers on new equipment builds.
- Analyze production equipment performance and develop plans to increase yield from underperforming inspections.
- Program Allen Bradley PLCs and work with Cognex Vision systems and Fanuc robots.
- Compose professional documentation (protocols, work instructions, engineering studies, etc.).
- Manage time and projects effectively while setting and meeting ambitious schedules.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in automation and controls.
- Manufacturing Engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Ability to program and troubleshoot automated equipment.
- Validation experience, including process and equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ); test methods are a plus.
Skills
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA 21 CFR 820/GMP Medical Device Regulations).
- Working knowledge of Minitab.
- Understanding of statistical techniques and sampling for process validation and monitoring.
Pay
$80,000 – $110,000
Benefits
Great benefits and profit‑sharing opportunity.