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PharmEng Technology

Sr Automation Engineer

PharmEng Technology, Bradley, Illinois, United States

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Job Description

Job Description Position:

Senior Automation Engineer

Location:

Onsite Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility Role Overview

We are seeking a

full-time Senior Automation Engineer

with deep expertise in

Building Management Systems (BMS), PLC programming, and automation controls

to support utilities and manufacturing systems in a

GMP-regulated pharmaceutical facility . This role covers

system integration, troubleshooting, and automation project leadership

for a 24/7 operation. Key Responsibilities

Develop strategies and ensure the reliability of

utility automation systems .

Maintain automation engineering master plans and perform periodic reviews.

Create GMP-compliant documentation (URS, FAT, IQ/OQ, PM, SOPs).

Support capital projects from

conceptual design through project execution .

Implement

process automation improvements

to enhance reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Program, configure, and troubleshoot

PLCs, HMIs, VFDs , and automation devices.

Diagnose

control/programming

issues; manage spare parts inventory.

Serve as SME for automation during audits, change control, and validation.

Manage

Johnson Controls Metasys

and

Rockwell Automation

platforms.

Integrate multiple automation platforms (Allen Bradley, MODBUS, BACNet).

Mentor automation engineers and lead

knowledge-sharing sessions .

Ensure compliance with

OSHA, safety programs, and GMP standards .

Qualifications

Bachelors in

Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field

(Masters preferred).

8+ years in

automation/controls

for pharmaceutical GMP manufacturing .

Proficiency in

BAS/BMS programming or HVAC controls .

Experience with

Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Tridium Niagara, Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens .

Familiarity with

OSI PI

or other data historian systems.

Knowledge of

industrial automation, cGMP regulations, and 21 CFR Part 11 .

Skilled in

AutoCAD, MS Project , and cross-departmental collaboration.

Apply now

to advance your career in

automation engineering

within a world-class

pharmaceutical manufacturing

environment.