Automation Engineer

• Support the design logistics integration and operation of automated packaging lines interfacing with the Automated Warehouse including Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs).
• Support the creation of equipment and systems specifications based on material compliance and system operator requirements. Ensure all automation systems meet CGMP 21 CFR Part 11 and FDA requirements
• Lead ASRS AGVs and Automated Warehouse Compliance documentation
• Ensure ASRS/AGV design and operation meet all safety quality and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support commissioning qualification validation and operation of new AOH automated packaging lines.
• Lead and support the development testing implementation validation and operation of critical automation and software systems.
• Support Commissioning Qualification and Validation (CQV) activities for packaging ASRS and AGV systems.
• Partner with Quality Assurance Computer System Validation (CSV) Packaging Manufacturing and IT/OT teams to maintain GxP compliance.
• Ensure commissioning and qualification activities align with project requirements milestones and schedule commitments.
• Apply engineering principles and practices across automation controls robotics and integrated systems.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of OT/IT convergence industrial networks and system integration.
• Support and review machine controls design including PLCs and HMI/SCADA platforms such as Allen- Bradley Siemens RSView PanelView and equivalent systems.
• Support site computer systems validation (CSV) activities and data integrity requirements.
• Work closely with ASRS and AGV vendors/consultants ensuring contracts technical specifications and deliverables meet the customers requirements.
• Collaborate with users peers and management to ensure appropriate standardization and alignment.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and encourage critical creative problem solving.
• Effectively lead and influence teams achieving both technical outcomes and strong collaboration.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Electrical Automation Engineering or related discipline
• Experience working in an operational GxP-regulated environment with a strong understanding of applicable regulations and standards
• Firsthand experience implementing industrial automation and integrated automation systems
• Experience with robotics (ASRS and AGV experience strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 IIoT and digital manufacturing technologies
• Direct experience working in regulated environments (GMP OSHA EPA)
• Fluent in English with effective communication skill
• Willing to travel to manufacturing/customer sites when required.

Responsibilities for Health Safety and Environment include:

• Work in compliance with divisional health safety and environmental procedures
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts
• Report defect in any equipment or protective device
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks
• Attend all required health safety and environmental training
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents
• Refrain from engaging in any prank contest feat of strength unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief national social or ethnic origin sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability HIV status sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital civil union or domestic partnership status past or present military service family medical history or genetic information family or parental status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.