Automation Engineer

Automation EngineerKing of Prussia, PA ·Contract JobProvide support for various manufacturing, quality and analytical testing systems. These include industrial control systems, lab equipment, and analytical instruments as well as site and enterprise systems for the management of operations, quality, and process development. This role will be responsible for trouble-shooting challenging equipment / automation issues to improve manufacturing performance (e.g. yield improvements, etc.) and maintaining the automation systems in compliance with cGMPs. This role will have the opportunity to support critical projects in the deployment of new process and IT capabilities. For various project assignments/initiatives, the Automation Engineer is responsible for working with other internal teams to help maintain operational requirements. The role provides multiple opportunities to learn new skills in IT, automation and process analytical technologies and help advance innovative cell and gene therapies to patients. Primary Responsibilities:Understands and supports all GxP environments.Assists in the evaluation of automated and information technology systems and executes strategies to optimize and ensure the quality and stability of automation systems through future expansion, replacement, or upgrade.Uses technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and information technology systems.Oversees the installation and placing new equipment into operations.Oversees investigations of automation anomalies to prevent a recurrence.Participates in and helps develop training programs for automated systems.Provides on-floor support of manufacturing activities.Identifies and implements process/equipment improvements and manufacturing efficiencies.Maintains technical and quality documentation.Provides client services support for business area applications. Education, Experience, & Qualification:B.S., B.A, or M.S. in Information Technology, Science, Engineering, or related field.Experience in an Automation role supporting GMP manufacturingEffective interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) are required.A working knowledge of the regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical applications is desirable.Highly desired are skills in PLCs, SCADA, Batch Operations (S88/S95), IT, and OEM equipment.Basics of networkingExperience with: data historian, SCADA, PLC, EMS, BAS and various other industrial automation systemsFamiliar with cell and gene therapy equipment: Single-Use Bioreactors and OtherEquipment, QC Equipment, and Research Operations. Key Competencies:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.