Controls Engineer II, Operational Technology

About the role

You’ll play a hands‑on role in keeping the systems behind life‑saving therapies running safely, reliably, and intelligently. In this role, you’ll support and troubleshoot complex manufacturing automation and distributed control systems—working with PLCs, HMIs, networks, and validated OT platforms in a highly regulated environment where precision matters.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot complex distributed control systems and manufacturing automation systems
• Perform system and equipment troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, VFDs, HMIs and field devices under strict change control
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on system and/or equipment as required
• Perform network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting and repair programming
• Ensure PLC specifications, designs, programming standards and implementation and verify those standards are being met
• Ensure GAMP/cGxP procedures and testing implementation are followed
• Provide system support for Operational Technology systems to include Enterprise Quality Management System (TrackWise), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems (SAP), and Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) (Adept and MasterControl)

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 6+ years of automation experience with a HS Diploma or GED or 4+ years of automation experience with an Associate Degree or 2+ years of automation experience with a Bachelor's Degree
• Prior experience working in an FDA regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Organizational skills including, but not limited to, the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently, and the ability to effectively manage resource procurement and utilization
• Superior database maintenance / development experience
• Computer hardware / software validation and change control experience
• PLC programming and connectivity experience
• Industrial networking experience
• Experience with Schneider EcoStruxure, AVEVA Archestra, and JCI Metasys
• Experience working in small, fast paced project teams
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Information Technology or Engineering
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Engineering
• Certified Automation Professional-ISAP

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more

Pay

The salary range for this position is $84,000 - $120,000 per year and reflects our good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business needs, as well as other factors permitted by law at the time of posting.

Schedule

This role is required to be 100% onsite located in either our Durham, NC OR Silver Spring, MD location and requires up to 10% travel.

Job Location

This role is required to be 100% onsite located in either our Durham, NC OR Silver Spring, MD location and requires up to 10% travel.

Company

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.