Job Title: Manufacturing Systems (Automation) Senior Engineer - Electrical (JP14330) - (JP14330) Location: New Albany OH. 43054 Employment Type: Contract Business Unit: Manufacturing Systems Engineering Duration: 1 years (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent) Posting Date: 07/22/25 Pay Rate: $56 - $62/hour W2 Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply. This is NOT a validation engineering role. 8am-5pm M-F
3 Key Consulting is hiring a Manufacturing Systems (Automation) Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description: The Engineer position reports to the Manager of Engineering under the Engineering & Maintenance team at our clients New Albany OH. facility. This position is at our clients new advanced product assembly and packaging plant. This role will apply advanced and diverse engineering principles to the design and implementation of major system modifications experiments processes and/or capital this role the Mfg. Systems (Automation) Engineer will:
System Design and Development:
Design and develop automation systems and control strategies for packaging machinery and processes.
Implement and configure Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and other automation equipment.
Create and maintain detailed documentation including system specifications design documents and operational procedures.
Integration and Optimization:
Integrate new automation technologies and equipment into existing packaging systems.
Optimize control processes to enhance efficiency reduce waste and improve product quality.
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for automation projects.
Troubleshooting and Support:
Diagnose and resolve issues with automation systems and control equipment.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for production and maintenance teams.
Perform system upgrades and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Compliance and Quality Assurance:
Ensure that all automation systems comply with FDA regulations GMP standards and industry best practices.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and regulatory teams to address any compliance or quality issues related to automation.
Project Management:
Lead and manage automation projects including planning execution and monitoring.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful project completion.
Prepare and present project reports performance metrics and technical documentation.
Training and Development:
Train and support staff on the use and maintenance of automation systems.
Develop training materials and conduct workshops to enhance team competency in automation technologies.
The position is a key role in the Engineering and Maintenance department and the candidate must manage and apply extensive technical expertise in the coordination of multiple sophisticated non-routine projects involving the planning design reconfiguration construction maintenance validation and alteration of systems facilities and processes. This position will also be required to apply advanced and diverse engineering principles to more than one area of engineering (process unit operations equipment devices and materials) in complex process characterization optimization scale up or manufacturing support projects.
Why is the Position Open Planned Project
Top Must Have Skills:
PLC/HMI Troubleshooting (Rockwell B&R Siemens)
Industrial Packaging experience
Electrical Design
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities will include working with the engineering and maintenance team to support the commercial production packaging lines.
Additional responsibilities will include providing technical operations support for continuously improving the packaging lines capacity and performance and advising on technical improvement projects.
The Engineer must ensure effective communication throughout the clients commercial site network with all stakeholders and deliver on technical improvements.
Basic Qualifications: Masters degree Or Bachelors degree and 2 years of Automation experience in Pharmaceutical Medical Devices or Biotechnology industries Or Associates degree and 6 years of Automation experience in Pharmaceutical Medical Devices or Biotechnology industries Or High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Automation experience in Pharmaceutical Medical Devices or Biotechnology industries
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Mechatronics Computer Electrical Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Knowledge and/or experience of pharmaceutical/biotech processes especially in the area of final drug product operations
Knowledge in Data Integrity and Security
Extensive understanding and background in programming design installation validation and lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls automation field instrumentation technologies
Exposure to Machine Vision Serialization Robotics Siemens and Rockwell software platform
Ability to interpret and apply GAMPs and GMPs and familiarity with documentation in a highly regulated environment
Comprehensive understanding of validation protocol execution requirements as well as knowledge of validation processes and requirements as applied to new equipment installations
Organizational project management problem-solving as well as validation protocol and technical writing capability
Excellent communication (verbal/written) and presentation skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills including: collaboration influencing and facilitation
Understanding of Operational Excellence and Lean Transformation in the Automation and Engineering Context
Employee Value Proposition:
Networking
Career growth
Unique industry opportunity
Red Flags: No validation candidates for this role. This is automation.
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