Automation Engineer

Role Summary:Insight Global is seeking an experienced Equipment Systems Integration/Configuration Engineer with strong automation/controls awareness and biotech manufacturing experience for one of our biotech clients to support CART production in central, NJ. This role will ensure equipment is correctly configured, and ready to run GMP manufacturing during commissioning and qualification activities while supporting mindset towards Pharma 4.0 and improved data accessibility.Key ResponsibilitiesEquipment Configuration & Readiness Program Creation.Configure and verify equipment parameters, protocols, and recipes on an ongoing basisReview and configure alarm settings, audit trails, and user access.Ensure equipment is "manufacturing-ready" and in a validated state after updates.Required ExperienceExperience configuring or supporting biotech/pharma manufacturing equipment.Working knowledge of SCADA/Historian (e.g. OSI PI).Familiarity with automation fundamentals (PLC/HMI/Equipment basics; no coding needed).Understanding of GMP, QMS, GAMP5, Data integrity, and Change Management policies.Hands-on troubleshooting skills across equipment, networks, and integrations.PlussesExperience with ISA-95 or ISA-88.CAR-T / Biotech equipment vendor experience (isolators, LFGs, incubators, cold storage).Pharma 4.0 or digital transformation projects.