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Job Description

The Automation Engineering (Auto Eng) Team within the Pharmaceutical Operations Engineering (POE) Department is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join the Rahway Auto Eng team. As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the process automation systems within clinical manufacturing.

The Automation Specialist - Engineering Auto Eng position will report to the Director, Engineering, Automation Lead position and will be a member of the Auto Eng Team at the Rahway NJ facility. The Auto Eng Team is responsible for the development of new technologies/capabilities, execution of capital and non-capital improvement projects, and the automation systems spanning various clinical manufacturing facilities. In this role, you will be responsible for optimizing, designing, implementing, and maintaining automated manufacturing process systems in compliance with industry regulations and standards. Your contribution will be essential to the efficient operation of our clinical manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

Automation/Operation Technology:

• Collaborate with divisional/enterprise Information teams, global infrastructure, and risk/security organizations to provide appropriate support for project deliverables and ongoing operations.

• Develop and implement automation solutions using PLC programming.

• Possess proficiency in Industrial Networking and Analog/Metrology concepts to establish effective communication between systems and devices.

• Apply expertise in control systems and control strategies to optimize process performance.

• Actively participate in site tier processes, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Provide on-floor support for clinical manufacturing activities and client services support for business area applications.

• Continuously develop and maintain technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of various automated processing and operational technology systems.

• Troubleshoot challenging equipment and automation issues, implement system changes, and conduct investigations to improve manufacturing performance.

• Support and execute corrective actions for investigations related to automation/OT or IT systems.

• Participate in audits and training programs as the subject matter expert (SME) for area of responsibility.

Data:

• Utilize data science and data processing tools to analyze and interpret data for process optimization and decision-making.

• Proficiently work with databases, including querying structure/relationships/recursion, for data retrieval and management.

• Utilize programming languages such as Python or C to interact with databases and extract/insert data.

• Support a suite of reporting, analytics, and visualization solutions that assist local clinical operations and administrative business processes.

Pharmaceutics & Regulations:

• Apply knowledge of pharmaceutics and drug development/design principles, as well as sterile fill finish processes, to ensure optimal automation in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Understand and adhere to CFR, GMP, and data integrity regulations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Execute and develop appropriate system validation, change control, and testing documentation.

• Maintain familiarity with system life cycle documentation methodology for accurate and comprehensive documentation throughout the automation process.

• Keep automation systems validated and compliant with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as part of an ongoing lifecycle management program.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Information Technology, or related field with 2+ years’ experience.

Preferred Education Requirements

• Advanced degree preferred.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in automation engineering, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry or a regulated environment.

• Strong proficiency in PLC programming using Ladder Logic and Structured Text.

• Solid understanding of Industrial Networking and protocols (Ethernet, AS-i, PROFINET), Analog/Metrology, and SCADA control systems.

• Experience with data science and data processing tools for effective data analysis.

• Proficient in working with SQL and JSON databases.

• Programming skills in languages such as Python or C for data management.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutics, drug development/design, and/or sterile fill finish.

• Familiarity and understanding with CFR, GMP, and data integrity regulations.

• Experience with system life cycle documentation methodology.

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and support others through a culture of inclusion, feedback, and empowerment.

• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development and review.

• Direct support of validation activities and all other associated computer system quality functions.

• Applies general knowledge of company business developed through education or past experience.

Join our team and contribute to the success of our pharmaceutical manufacturing operations by ensuring efficient and compliant automation systems.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Requisition ID: R288694