Automation Engineer III
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content.
We need to parse the job posting.
First, we need to identify sections:
- Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE required... This seems like schedule and environmental conditions. Could be "Work Schedule" and "Environmental Conditions". The instruction: Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have a Schedule section if schedule info present. Also maybe an "Environmental Conditions" not in list; but we could incorporate into Schedule or maybe a separate section? The allowed headings list is examples, not exclusive? It says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely we should stick to those headings; other headings not recommended. So we can put schedule info under Schedule
. Environmental conditions maybe also under Schedule or maybe under Responsibilities? But better to include under Schedule as it's related to work conditions.
- Job Description paragraph: "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team..." This is about the role. Could be "About the role". So we can have About the role
with that paragraph.
- Then "Description As an Automation Manufacturing Engineer III..." This is also description of role; could be merged into About the role or maybe "Responsibilities"? Actually it's more description of what you will do. Could be part of About the role or Responsibilities. We'll decide.
- Then "Requirements" bullet list: Bachelor’s degree..., etc. That's clearly Requirements.
- Then "Key Responsibilities" list: Troubleshooting & Support etc. That's Responsibilities.
- Then "Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities" list: Hands-on experience..., etc. That's Skills.
- Then "Benefits" paragraph: We offer competitive remuneration..., etc. That's Benefits.
- Also "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized..." This is other info like eligibility, background check. Could be part of Requirements? Not exactly. Could be omitted as boilerplate? It's not EEO but it's about work authorization, background check. Might be considered minor metadata; we could fold into a short
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely we should stick to those headings; other headings not recommended. So we can put schedule info under Schedule
. Environmental conditions maybe also under Schedule or maybe under Responsibilities? But better to include under Schedule as it's related to work conditions.
- Job Description paragraph: "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team..." This is about the role. Could be "About the role". So we can have About the role
with that paragraph.
- Then "Description As an Automation Manufacturing Engineer III..." This is also description of role; could be merged into About the role or maybe "Responsibilities"? Actually it's more description of what you will do. Could be part of About the role or Responsibilities. We'll decide.
- Then "Requirements" bullet list: Bachelor’s degree..., etc. That's clearly Requirements.
- Then "Key Responsibilities" list: Troubleshooting & Support etc. That's Responsibilities.
- Then "Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities" list: Hands-on experience..., etc. That's Skills.
- Then "Benefits" paragraph: We offer competitive remuneration..., etc. That's Benefits.
- Also "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized..." This is other info like eligibility, background check. Could be part of Requirements? Not exactly. Could be omitted as boilerplate? It's not EEO but it's about work authorization, background check. Might be considered minor metadata; we could fold into a short
maybe under Requirements or separate? The instruction: do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. This is minor metadata (work authorization, background check). Could be placed in a
after Benefits maybe. - Pay: Not mentioned. So no Pay section. - Schedule: We have "Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)" plus environmental conditions. So we can have Schedule section. Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Skills, Benefits, Schedule. Possibly also Qualifications? The Requirements already covers qualifications. Could combine but we have separate Requirements and Qualifications headings; but we should not create empty sections. We have content for Requirements; we could also have Qualifications if we want to split but not needed. We'll stick to Requirements. Now we need to output HTML fragment only, no /. Use
for each section heading. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, except boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions). The posting didn't have explicit application instructions; but there is "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening." This is not boilerplate EEO; it's eligibility. Should we keep? It's substantive info about eligibility. Likely keep.
We need to avoid duplication: The posting repeats some items like "Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites." appears both in Requirements and Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We should preserve both occurrences? The instruction: Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Remove duplicated lines. So we need to deduplicate identical lines. The travel sentence appears twice; we should keep only one instance. Also maybe other duplicates? Let's check.
In Requirements: "...Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites."
In Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: same sentence appears again. So we should keep only one.
Also "Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required." appears only in Requirements? Actually it's in Requirements after "Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required." Not duplicated.
Now we need to structure.
Let's extract content:
About the role: Two paragraphs:
1. "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer."
2. "Description As an Automation Manufacturing Engineer III at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will optimize production processes, implement new automation technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient manufacture of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer through innovative manufacturing solutions. You will manage process improvement projects, provide technical automation systems expertise for new product introductions and implement industrial controls and automation systems solutions. Working with R&D, Quality, Production, and other departments, you'll optimize existing automated processes while ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory compliance. Your analytical skills and engineering expertise will help drive cost reductions, improve efficiency, and enhance manufacturing capabilities across our operations."
We could combine into one
or two
. Probably two
under About the role.
Schedule: "Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)"
We need to preserve that exactly. Could format as a
. Might split schedule and environmental conditions but it's fine.
Responsibilities: List under Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting & Support: Provide on-call (24/7) technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for sterile manufacturing systems, including autoclaves, parts washers, filling lines, and CIP/SIP systems.
- System Design & Implementation: Contribute to automation and control system design; oversee contractors during implementation, commissioning, and validation of systems (e.g., D3 DCS, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) for both production and utility systems.
- Documentation: Develop, review, and maintain functional design specifications (FDS), software design documentation, and validation protocols.
- Compliance & Validation: Ensure all systems comply with cGMP, GAMP 5, and FDA regulatory requirements.
- Project Execution: Partner with cross-functional teams (Process Engineering, Operations, Validation, Quality, IT) to execute automation projects, manage vendors, and support system upgrades and lifecycle management.
We need to keep the bullet points as
- . The headings like "Troubleshooting & Support:" are part of the item text.
Requirements: List:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred with 3 + years of experience.
- Associate Degree or equivalent with 5 + years of experience required.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience in manufacturing engineering within regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar) will be considered.
- Strong knowledge of GMP and life sciences regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, DCS platforms, and industrial networking (e.g., Profibus, EtherNet/IP).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting engineers and technicians in a production setting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with change management principles and processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant engineering/automation software.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites.
- Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required.
We need to ensure no duplication; travel sentence appears only once now.
Skills (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities): List:
- Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix preferred) and process control systems.
- Experience developing and supporting Rockwell FactoryTalk SCADA applications.
- Familiarity with D/3 (or similar) DCS platforms, or ability to quickly learn.
- Experience with OPC communication setup and configuration.
- Working knowledge of SQL Server, including data queries, support, and basic database management.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Basic understanding of HVAC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting servo systems and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Experience with Optima and IMA sterile filling systems is highly preferred.
- (Travel sentence removed as duplicate)
- Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required? Actually that was in Requirements not Skills. Not duplicated.
We should keep all except duplicate travel.
Benefits: Paragraph:
"We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!"
Also "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening."
We could include that as a separate
under Benefits or after Benefits. It's not exactly benefits but eligibility. Could be its own section? Not in allowed headings. Could fold into Benefits as a
. Or we could add a separate
after Benefits without heading. The instruction: fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. This is minor metadata (relocation, work authorization, background check). So we can add a short
after Benefits.
Now we need to output HTML fragment.
Structure:
About the role
...
...
Schedule
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting & Support: Provide on-call (24/7) technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for sterile manufacturing systems, including autoclaves,
for prose. We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, except boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions). The posting didn't have explicit application instructions; but there is "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening." This is not boilerplate EEO; it's eligibility. Should we keep? It's substantive info about eligibility. Likely keep. We need to avoid duplication: The posting repeats some items like "Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites." appears both in Requirements and Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities. We should preserve both occurrences? The instruction: Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Remove duplicated lines. So we need to deduplicate identical lines. The travel sentence appears twice; we should keep only one instance. Also maybe other duplicates? Let's check. In Requirements: "...Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites." In Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: same sentence appears again. So we should keep only one. Also "Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required." appears only in Requirements? Actually it's in Requirements after "Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required." Not duplicated. Now we need to structure. Let's extract content: About the role: Two paragraphs: 1. "As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer." 2. "Description As an Automation Manufacturing Engineer III at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will optimize production processes, implement new automation technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient manufacture of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer through innovative manufacturing solutions. You will manage process improvement projects, provide technical automation systems expertise for new product introductions and implement industrial controls and automation systems solutions. Working with R&D, Quality, Production, and other departments, you'll optimize existing automated processes while ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory compliance. Your analytical skills and engineering expertise will help drive cost reductions, improve efficiency, and enhance manufacturing capabilities across our operations." We could combine into one
or two
. Probably two
under About the role. Schedule: "Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)" We need to preserve that exactly. Could format as a
. Might split schedule and environmental conditions but it's fine. Responsibilities: List under Key Responsibilities: - Troubleshooting & Support: Provide on-call (24/7) technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for sterile manufacturing systems, including autoclaves, parts washers, filling lines, and CIP/SIP systems. - System Design & Implementation: Contribute to automation and control system design; oversee contractors during implementation, commissioning, and validation of systems (e.g., D3 DCS, Siemens, Allen-Bradley) for both production and utility systems. - Documentation: Develop, review, and maintain functional design specifications (FDS), software design documentation, and validation protocols. - Compliance & Validation: Ensure all systems comply with cGMP, GAMP 5, and FDA regulatory requirements. - Project Execution: Partner with cross-functional teams (Process Engineering, Operations, Validation, Quality, IT) to execute automation projects, manage vendors, and support system upgrades and lifecycle management. We need to keep the bullet points as
- . The headings like "Troubleshooting & Support:" are part of the item text.
Requirements: List:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred with 3 + years of experience.
- Associate Degree or equivalent with 5 + years of experience required.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience in manufacturing engineering within regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar) will be considered.
- Strong knowledge of GMP and life sciences regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, DCS platforms, and industrial networking (e.g., Profibus, EtherNet/IP).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting engineers and technicians in a production setting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with change management principles and processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant engineering/automation software.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, including support of Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at domestic and international vendor sites.
- Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required.
We need to ensure no duplication; travel sentence appears only once now.
Skills (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities): List:
- Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix preferred) and process control systems.
- Experience developing and supporting Rockwell FactoryTalk SCADA applications.
- Familiarity with D/3 (or similar) DCS platforms, or ability to quickly learn.
- Experience with OPC communication setup and configuration.
- Working knowledge of SQL Server, including data queries, support, and basic database management.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Basic understanding of HVAC, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting servo systems and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- Experience with Optima and IMA sterile filling systems is highly preferred.
- (Travel sentence removed as duplicate)
- Ability to work in cleanroom environments as required? Actually that was in Requirements not Skills. Not duplicated.
We should keep all except duplicate travel.
Benefits: Paragraph:
"We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!"
Also "Other Relocation assistance is not provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening."
We could include that as a separate
under Benefits or after Benefits. It's not exactly benefits but eligibility. Could be its own section? Not in allowed headings. Could fold into Benefits as a
. Or we could add a separate
after Benefits without heading. The instruction: fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. This is minor metadata (relocation, work authorization, background check). So we can add a short
after Benefits. Now we need to output HTML fragment. Structure:
About the role
...
...
Schedule
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting & Support: Provide on-call (24/7) technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for sterile manufacturing systems, including autoclaves,