Automation Engineer, DSM Downstream (Various Levels - DeltaV Focus)

About the role

The Automation Engineer, Downstream will support the Drug Substance Manufacturing (DSM) facility. This includes implementing changes to Automation systems, updating design documents, executing tests, troubleshooting events, and being part of Automation on-call support.

Responsibilities

• Performs Automation activities, such as code configuration, document development, and test execution within several process areas using DeltaV
• Delivers accurate and on-time Automation work
• Creates standard code utilizing complex control strategies
• Develops (generates, reviews, maintains) various specification documents (e.g., user requirements specification (URS), functional specification (FS), design qualification (DQ), etc.)
• Develops (generates, reviews, maintains) various test protocols and functional testing documents (e.g., installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ), etc.)
• Builds scope of work documents for internal and external partners
• Serves as on-call support for Automation inquiries and troubleshooting
• Collaborates with other departments, such as Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Validation
• Conducts training and presents information to team or other stakeholders
• Other duties, as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively present information to others
• Ability to provide feedback to others, including leaders
• Ability to present and explain knowledge of several Automation subject areas to internal partners

Basic Requirements (per Experience Level)

• Automation Engineer 1: High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls, or other relevant technical experience; or Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field with no prior experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field 2 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls, or other relevant technical experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field 5 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls, or other relevant technical experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field 8 years of Automation, Instrumentation & Controls, or other relevant technical experience

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to discern audible cues
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time 30 minutes
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time 240 minutes
• Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds