Controls Engineer III

Position Summary

Provides technical leadership for the evaluation and implementation of automation and controls improvements to enhance the efficiency, quality, compliance, customer service, and safety of Austin pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. Evaluates existing process controls, suggests and evaluates controls improvements, works closely with maintenance, and provides technical support to large projects, including automation design, implementation, and validation. Provides project management to secure funding, plan and execute moderately complex projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise (SME) for assigned equipment and machine control systems.
• Participates in and leads equipment troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Completes independent analysis to identify and evaluate opportunities for process equipment, machine control, and network/server improvements and cost savings.
• Uses creative approaches in solving complex problems.
• Creates and updates P&IDs, wiring schematics, and I/O drawings for the controls systems.
• Provides project scope, design, FAT, SAT, start‑up, commissioning, and supports validation for equipment and control systems.
• Provides engineering, controls design and programming including development, modification, and troubleshooting of AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, vision systems, and robot controllers.
• Provides technical input to help develop long‑range replacement and shorter‑range continuous improvement project and system lifecycle management plans.
• Works on problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Operates largely self‑directed after work is assigned; solicits input from senior‑level engineers.
• Maintains a state of cGMP compliance in all activities.
• May supervise others during project‑specific activities.
• Trains new employees on use of HMIs, equipment, system documentation, and department procedures.
• May provide input on performance evaluations to the area manager.
• Delivers communications tailored to the needs of managers, peers, and customers with appropriate frequency to maximize utility and promote cross‑functional collaboration.
• Brings substantive conflicts and disagreements into the open and attempts to resolve them collaboratively; builds consensus.
• Works on special projects as they arise.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Programming skills: Rockwell, FactoryTalk, WonderWare, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Zenon, 505 Workshop, or Lookout.
• In‑depth understanding of best practices.
• Intermediate understanding of engineering discipline.
• Solid understanding of equipment strategy and ability to recommend solutions to critical issues.
• Ability to make significant decisions directly impacting the success of one or more projects, or adjacent workgroups/functions.
• Advanced expertise in the primary domain.
• Familiarity with other areas of domain expertise within the team.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Electrical Engineering. Other engineering disciplines may also be considered (Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering). Minimum of 4 years of experience required. Preferred experience includes controls or automation engineering, developing machine and process control systems, in pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industries.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Travel Requirements

Typically requires travel less than 5 % of the time.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This is largely a sedentary role operating in a professional office environment with routine use of standard office equipment. Some work is performed in a clean‑room environment. Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 lb.

About Us

We manufacture the critical IV solutions providers count on to deliver consistent, reliable care. Each product we make helps ensure patients receive the therapies they need without disruption. When you work here, you become part of something bigger—a team dedicated to reliability and innovation. No matter the role, your work directly strengthens the healthcare supply chain and impacts patients nationwide. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions, all in pursuit of a mission that truly matters. Join us and help shape the future of IV solutions.