Automation Technician (Overnights)

About the role

Build Our Future Together At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are currently looking for an experienced Automation Technician to join our growing team. 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: East Greenbush, New York, United States.

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 and the following years of experience supporting process control and/or data acquisition systems; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered: Automation Technician II: 2+ years of related experience; Automation Technician III: 5+ years of related experience; Automation Technician IV: 8+ years of related experience.

Skills

• 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

Benefits

Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match