Automation Engineer III (On-site)

Purpose and Scope

The Automation Engineer III supports the design, development, monitoring, maintenance and documentation of automated equipment and controls systems including PLC programming, Building Management Systems (BMS), and monitoring systems (chambers, particle measurement, building controls & equipment). The Automation Engineer provides technical and automation support for equipment, facility, laboratory, and manufacturing systems and takes necessary steps to maintain them in good working order with assistance from the owners, maintenance department, and outside contractors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform necessary functions to monitor and maintain system to validated state. Subject matter expert for change controls on automated systems.
• Provides technical support on pharmaceutical and utilities systems and building and equipment controls.
• Subject matter expert or system owner for automation systems including associated computer systems.
• Monitor and maintain the building and equipment controls and programs including but not limited to BMS, PMS and automated systems to a high level of compliance with GMP and ISO 9001.
• Subject matter expert for Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, iFix SCADA, Wonderware SCADA, and JCI Metasys Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Enhance, review and generate validation documentation including IQ, OQ and PQ for automation systems as necessary.
• Compile and analyze data, prepare reports and make recommendations for changes and/or improvements.
• Responsible for project management of automation and controls projects. Including keeping projects within budget and on schedule.
• Identify quality issues and provide corrective actions for automated equipment and controls systems.
• Provide after-hour and weekend support for manufacturing when in operation.
• Desire to innovate and improve processes by driving lean concepts in design & execution
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow site policies and procedures.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Data management and SCADAs (iFix/Wonderware) to support systems: design, programming, maintenance.
• Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills both verbal and written.
• Technical writing and documentation review skills.
• Ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice or acceptance criteria.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in fast paced environment.
  
  

Core Values

The Automation Engineer III is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:

• Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
• Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
• Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
• Constantly Improve: We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
• Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ equipment automation experience in a regulated industry (preferably in a GMP environment).
• Experience with design/programming/maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS, BMS), and SCADA/HMI/PLC/Data controls systems preferred. Including Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, Delta Controls Orcaview, and JCI Metasys Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Two or more years’ experience in SQL database management/maintenance, and VB/C programming preferred.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PanelView, PanelView Plus and/or other user interfaces.
• Database design, management and maintenance experience is preferred.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Annual pay range $115,000 - $120,000 depending on experience
• Bonus eligible
• Relocation benefits available if eligible
• Benefits information: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits
  
  

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Working Conditions

• Laboratory, Manufacturing and Office environment.
  
  

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.