What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Control Engineer (Can consider relocatable candidate) position at Aequor?
Automation Engineer
Location : New Albany, OH (Onsite)
Duration : 12 Months (Possible extension)
Terms : Contract W2
Job Title : Process & Controls Engineer (Automation Engineer)
11 / 27 / 24 Supplier Call Notes :
- Standard business hours with some opportunity for overtime
- Department is responsible for maintaining pharmaceutical packaging line equipment and improvement projects to the packaging line process
- EWs will come in and support packaging line equipment in place
- We are not looking to fresh out of school, should have at least 3-5 years of experience but
- seeking 5-10 years of experience
- This needs to be a senior level leader, please ensure this is identified also in soft skills with your screening process
- PLC / HMI experience (Rockwell, Allen Bradley is highly preferred, Siemens is also okay)
- Vision system experience is helpful but can be trained as long as PLC experience is there
- Process and controls engineer experience
- Electrical engineering / computer engineering degree aligns well with this role
- GMP background is helpful (food / vet background is transferrable)
Basic Qualifications :
Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)
OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of Automation experience in Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, or Biotechnology industries
OR Associate’s degree in Engineering with 6 years of relevant experience in the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, or Biotechnology industries
Preferred Qualifications :
Advanced degree in Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
Knowledge and experience with pharmaceutical / biotech processes, particularly in final drug product operations
Familiarity with Data Integrity and Data Security in regulated environments
In-depth experience with programming, design, installation, validation, and lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls and automation systems
Experience with Machine Vision, Serialization, Robotics, Siemens, and Rockwell software platforms
Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and GAMP (Good Automated Manufacturing Practice), including associated documentation requirements in regulated industries
Experience with validation protocols and knowledge of the processes and requirements for new equipment installations
Strong project management skills with proven ability to handle complex tasks and drive improvements
Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and technical writing skills
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead projects from conception to completion
Familiarity with Operational Excellence and Lean Transformation principles, particularly in automation and engineering contexts
Expertise in PLC and HMI programming with specific experience in Rockwell, B&R, and Siemens systems
