Baxter International Inc.
Senior Principal Systems Engineer
Baxter International Inc., Round Lake, Illinois, United States, 60073
Overview
At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives, driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Role
Automation engineer that supports process and automation improvements in a manufacturing site. The resource will collaborate with Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and Quality to drive improved performance on production equipment. Responsible to deliver equipment that supports process reliability, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and plant-wide efficiency and to ensure the process design and operation consistently meet Engineering/Quality standards. Responsibilities
Support operations, identifying process / controls improvements and/or obsolescence. Develop strategy for improvements that align with site priorities. Troubleshoots and improves automated equipment performance at the machine/system level. Maps process flows and critical control points across production. Owns equipment design reviews to align automation with process intent. Aligns with site digital transformation. Uses Lean/Six Sigma and statistical analysis to remove bottlenecks. Defines inputs/outputs, materials, and tolerances for each step. Qualifications
Bachelors in Engineering, Mechanical/Chemical preferred. 10+ yrs of prior experience in related field. Prior manufacturing experience. Role is on site, full time. Less than 10% Travel. Must be able to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility. Deep knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety, and validation. Mechanical + controls integration. PLC/HMI/SCADA awareness but coupled with equipment design authority. Strong in design risk mitigation and failure mode prevention. Experience in Industry 4.0 pilot initiatives (AI Vision, robotics). Process modeling and statistical control. Expertise in Six Sigma, DFSS, Voice of Customer. Broader plant-level view of efficiency, not just one machine. Compensation and Benefits
The estimated base salary for this position is $120,000 - $165,000 annually. The estimated range reflects an anticipated salary range for the position and may be adjusted based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. This position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Details will be provided by the recruiter during interview. Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Benefits
Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Health and wellbeing benefits start day one, with medical and dental coverage; life, disability, and travel insurance; retirement plans such as the 401(k) with company matching; ESPP; flexible spending accounts; educational assistance; and paid time off. Other benefits include commuter programs, employee discounts, EAP, and family/medical leaves. Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us with your request and contact information. Recruitment Fraud Notice
Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees or recruiters. To learn how to protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.
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At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives, driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Role
Automation engineer that supports process and automation improvements in a manufacturing site. The resource will collaborate with Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, and Quality to drive improved performance on production equipment. Responsible to deliver equipment that supports process reliability, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and plant-wide efficiency and to ensure the process design and operation consistently meet Engineering/Quality standards. Responsibilities
Support operations, identifying process / controls improvements and/or obsolescence. Develop strategy for improvements that align with site priorities. Troubleshoots and improves automated equipment performance at the machine/system level. Maps process flows and critical control points across production. Owns equipment design reviews to align automation with process intent. Aligns with site digital transformation. Uses Lean/Six Sigma and statistical analysis to remove bottlenecks. Defines inputs/outputs, materials, and tolerances for each step. Qualifications
Bachelors in Engineering, Mechanical/Chemical preferred. 10+ yrs of prior experience in related field. Prior manufacturing experience. Role is on site, full time. Less than 10% Travel. Must be able to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility. Deep knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety, and validation. Mechanical + controls integration. PLC/HMI/SCADA awareness but coupled with equipment design authority. Strong in design risk mitigation and failure mode prevention. Experience in Industry 4.0 pilot initiatives (AI Vision, robotics). Process modeling and statistical control. Expertise in Six Sigma, DFSS, Voice of Customer. Broader plant-level view of efficiency, not just one machine. Compensation and Benefits
The estimated base salary for this position is $120,000 - $165,000 annually. The estimated range reflects an anticipated salary range for the position and may be adjusted based on location, skills, experience, and other factors. This position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Details will be provided by the recruiter during interview. Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Benefits
Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Health and wellbeing benefits start day one, with medical and dental coverage; life, disability, and travel insurance; retirement plans such as the 401(k) with company matching; ESPP; flexible spending accounts; educational assistance; and paid time off. Other benefits include commuter programs, employee discounts, EAP, and family/medical leaves. Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us with your request and contact information. Recruitment Fraud Notice
Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees or recruiters. To learn how to protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.
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