Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is hiring an Automation Engineer on a contract basis.
Work Location
Devens, MA
Summary
• Participate in Control System initiatives such as Change/Project Implementation, Incident/Issue Investigations, CAPA & Safety related corrective actions and manufacturing support.
• Implement system modifications by following appropriate standard operating procedures.
• Troubleshoot and remediate system configuration/infrastructure issues.
• Collaborate in investigations of proprietary automation software/hardware problems with vendors.
• Communicate proactively with supervisor and colleagues, highlighting issues and proposing solutions.
• Participate in on-call support for Automation/IT systems with other team members.
• Follow applicable standard operating procedures while working in validated systems.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
• Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and technical experience.
• 2+ years working experience with control systems or manufacturing systems. Preferred Emerson DeltaV or Rockwell PLC’s.
• Theoretical and applied knowledge of computerized systems and Systems Development Life Cycle.
• Working knowledge in computerized systems (Preferred Emerson DeltaV or Rockwell Logix).
• Understanding of expectations working in regulated industries such as Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Medical Device or Food-Beverage is a plus.
• Must demonstrate an ability to understand and apply software solutions.
• Must demonstrate an ability to troubleshoot complex problems on highly automated equipment.
• Must be able to successfully work independently and within teams.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced multi-tasking environment.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
DECISION MAKING
Take action, final decision, recommend
Works on problems of diverse scope in which analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.