Lead Controls Engineer

Job Title: Lead Controls Engineer

Location: Gardiner, NY

Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview:

A leading pharmaceutical equipment manufacturer is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Controls Engineer to join its dynamic team. This role is responsible for leading the automation team, managing project workloads, and ensuring the successful delivery of automation solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and uphold the highest standards of quality in automation processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Provide guidance, support, and training to team members to enhance their skills and expertise in automation technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions with other engineering disciplines.

Project Management:

• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from conception to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery of automation projects.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and manage project budgets to meet organizational goals.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather requirements and align projects with business objectives.

Controls System Design and Implementation:

• Lead the design and implementation of automation systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with the R&D team to integrate the latest automation technologies into equipment, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and enforce quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability, safety, and compliance of automation solutions.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of automation systems to meet industry standards and customer specifications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within automation engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Expertise in automation technologies, including Allen Bradley PLCs and I/O, Siemens PLCs and I/O, GE iFIX SCADA systems, FactoryTalk View ME HMIs, and industrial communication protocols.
• Proficiency with software such as Studio5000, FactoryTalk View ME, and Siemens TIA Portal.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven automation professional with a passion for leading teams and delivering high-quality projects in pharmaceutical equipment manufacturing.