Automation Technician (Nights)
About the Role
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Our Automation Technicians are responsible for supporting and troubleshooting biopharmaceutical manufacturing/filling/packaging equipment that utilize Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) at Regeneron's Industrial Operation and Product Supply organization. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.
Location and Schedule
Location: East Greenbush, New York, United States
Working shift: Tuesday-Saturday, 4:00pm-12:30am
Training shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm for approximately 6 months
Responsibilities
- Provide automation technical support, troubleshooting, and assistance during routine operations, maintenance activities, equipment setups, and changeovers for manufacturing operations of GMP Bulk Biologics, Fill/Finish, and Clean Utilities systems
- Identify and implement corrective or preventive maintenance, component replacements, or corrections on automated systems as needed
- Communicate and coordinate Automation issue resolution for manufacturing and facilities groups
- Full gowning when entering and working on production floor
- Utilize specialized personal protective equipment as required, including arc flash, when working near energized equipment or when working in construction environments
- Work independently and safely around all industrial equipment
Requirements
- Associate degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- Experience supporting process control and/or data acquisition systems, with specific years of experience based on role level:
- Automation Technician II: 2+ years
- Automation Technician III: 5+ years
- Automation Technician IV: 8+ years
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and computerized systems, preferably in a regulated environment
- Knowledge of ladder logic, PID control, electrical control systems, instrumentation, and current and voltage characteristics in DC and 120/240/480 VAC circuits
- Ability to diagnose or troubleshoot electrical control circuits utilizing a digital multimeter and electrical schematics
- Basic understanding of data integrity regulations
- Special emphasis on machine controls preferred, with specific knowledge of Allen-Bradley and Siemens control system products strongly preferred; basic knowledge of B&R control system products is helpful
- Experience with servers, virtualization, distributed control, and basic networking is preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Pay
Salary Range (hourly): $24.76 - $52.88