Automation Engineer
Gaithersburg, MD - USA
Job Summary
Professional engineer who helps plan and co-ordinate activities within the Engineering function and may have some supervisory responsibilities for technical staff. Alternatively provides technical support and advice to colleagues in area of expertise applying developed solutions and supporting performance improvement projects whilst adhering to local best practice safety and compliance standards.
Typical Accountabilities
Provides technical support to team members and other AstraZeneca engineers by using existing knowledge and experience and by seeking out information to resolve standardproblems.
Ensures theappropriate allocationof resources by following resource plans and contributing to theirdevelopment.
Responsible for technical aspects of a small number of productscomponentsor processes
Analyses information toidentifycorrective actions and develop practical solutions either alone or with the support of a small team
Participates in activities across Engineering function helping ensure that agreed priorities are carried out and projects are delivered toplan.
Provides input to continuous improvement activities conducts root causeanalysisand supports new productintroduction.
Drafts information for discussion at higher levels within the business such as analysis to support business case documents improvement plans priorities investigation reportsqualityor performance improvementrecommendations.
Ensuresownwork is compliant with SafetyHealthand Engineeringstandards.
Improves knowledge of best practices by learning from more senior team-mates.
Responsibilities:
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for integration of multiple automation systems
Lifecycle management of assigned automation systems
Resolvesautomationissues.
Installsautomationsystems.
Commissions new systems.
Performs quality/safety investigations on automationsystems.
Performs changecontrol.
Directsoutside equipment/service providers Oversees the work ofcontractors.
Writes user requirements specifications test scripts andrecipes.
Develops andmaintainsmaintenance programs forsystems.
Instructs staff on operation of automation systems.
Improvesreliability.
Createsrelatively simpleproject timelines.
Essential
Bachelors degree in engineeringor Life Sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
cGMP and GDP experience in a biotech or sterile pharmaceutical automation environment.
Desirable
Audit Experience
Project Management experience
Quality Systems (Documentation Preventive Maintenance Change management investigations etc.)
Guidance and Regulations (ISPE WHO GAMPAnnex CFR)
Data Integrity
OPC SCADA OSI PI Network Device Net Wonder Ware
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to encourage life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our outstanding and ambitious world.
Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the tableFantastic! We have one seat available and we hope its yours. Apply today.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics. We follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $79336.80 - $119005.20 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and addition our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles) and commission payment eligibility (sales roles).
Date Posted
31-Mar-2026Closing Date
29-Apr-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and furtherance of that mission we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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