Sr. Automation Controls Engineer
Sr. Automation Controls Engineer
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$ 91700 - 137525
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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery) Office Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.)Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific youll be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact worldwide. Join us in our pursuit to improve global health environmental sustainability and cancer treatment. Together we can make a difference and overcome the worlds toughest challenges!
Discover Impactful Work:
In this role you will support the Carlsbad site engineering and equipment services team by driving reliability and sustainability in manufacturing processes. Your expertise in automation equipment including liquid filling capping torquing and labeling systems will ensure production goals are met with precision and efficiency. Your problem-solving skills and technical leadership will resolve complex equipment issues and set the foundation for continuous improvement and sustainable manufacturing practices.
A Day in the Life:
- Develop and integrate automation equipment and control systems to improve manufacturing processes.
- Ensure compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards (e.g. OSHA NFPA RIA ISO GMP).
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and controls issues to minimize downtime.
- Review and approve vendor documentation and validation protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve key performance metrics.
- Implement and maintain SCADA DPM and data collection systems to enable data-driven decision-making.
- Drive process improvements and balanced practices through automation upgrades.
- Perform additional duties or special projects as needed.
Keys to Success:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field required.
Experience:
- 5 years of hands-on experience in automation electrical and controls engineering within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500/5000 Studio 5000 FactoryTalk View Studio and Maple Systems HMI.
- Proficiency with CODESYS and/or Beckhoff TwinCAT.
- Expertise in developing modifying and optimizing PLC/HMI programs for automated systems.
- Proficiency with SOLIDWORKS Electrical to develop and outline electrical systems.
- Hands-on experience optimizing processes to reduce cycle times and improve equipment reliability.
- Familiarity with safety systems such as PLCs e-stops and light curtains ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Solid understanding of motion control systems robotics and electro-mechanical equipment.
- Familiarity with computer networking principles in industrial automation.
- Shown success in equipment installation validation and optimization within timelines and budgets.
- Collaborative experience working with multi-functional teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Exposure to GMP ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 standards is desirable.
- Familiarity with LabVIEW and SCADA platforms (e.g. Ignition) is beneficial.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles Six Sigma or Practical Process Improvement tools is advantageous.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams vendors and contractors.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary budgeted for this position based in California is $91700.00 - $122500.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company team and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO) 10 paid holidays annually paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave) accident and life insurance and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits please visit: and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $91700.00$137525.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company team and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO) 10 paid holidays annually paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave) accident and life insurance and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits please visit: Experience:
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