SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER (PLC)

About the Role

Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing business, project team and Quality in designing, configuring, updating, troubleshooting, and documenting Automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell), SCADA, DeltaV system
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade existing control systems
• Provide technical support to customers, engineers, and other stakeholders during PPQ phase
• Draft and update relevant URS/FRS/DS/Test Protocols as part of implementation or qualification process
• Monitor and analyze system performance
• Ensure regulatory compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards
• Utilize best practices, standards and procedures related to automation systems maintenance
• Handle Change Control related processes and technical documentation, including design specification, user manuals, and operational procedures
• Participate in project management and project coordination
• Support interfaces between Data Historians, Control Systems, MES

Required Skills

• DeltaV and PLC (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell) Configuration and Troubleshooting Experience
• Life Sciences industry understanding of GMP concepts: data integrity (ALCOA+), electronic signatures, validation requirements, audit trails, controlled documents, deviations/CAPA, and change control
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and drive decisions

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with sterile manufacturing, biologics, cell therapy, or fill-finish operations
• Exposure to interfaces/integration concepts (ERP/LIMS/SCADA), ISA-88/ISA-95, and master data governance
• Experience supporting or authoring validation deliverables (URS/FS/DS, IQ/OQ/PQ) for Automation changes