Controls Engineer

Company: Careerbuilder-US
Location: Morrisville
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

As such, this position requires knowledge of pharmaceutical process (preferable Bioprocessing like fermentation and cell culture, but open to other pharmaceutical backgrounds like small-molecule solid dosage formulations and/or injectable) equipment automation with an emphasis on Rockwell PLC's and DCS (Distributed Control Systems) either DeltaV and/or ABB, with a preferred emphasis on ABB. If the Senior Automation Engineer does not possess ABB DCS experience, but is strong in AB-PCL's, we can provide the required training. As part of the DCS system support, the Senior Automation Engineer will also support with Batch programming following ANSI/ISA-88 batch process control standards as part of his/her daily job description. Again, if the Senior Automation Engineer does not possess Batch programming experience, but is strong in AB-PCL's, we can also provide the required training. The Senior Automation Engineer will support/own the site automation systems including but not limited to ABB DCS (MOD 300 and 800xA), BMS (JCI and Siemens), PLC (Allen Bradley and Siemens), OSI-Pi data historian, and electronic batch reports. This position will require participation in a weekly rotating after-hour process automation support function. This position will directly report to the Sr. Manager of Engineering. Job Requirements:

• Must have working knowledge and demonstrated capabilities working with DCS implementation, PLCs, HMIs, data historians, industrial communication networks, and system integration in a cGMP industrial setting Demonstrated capability in programming and troubleshooting PLCs/HMIs for complex processes which involve the use of batch programming, data acquisition, and PID control Sound working knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation and process controls Sound working knowledge of process control and equipment automation in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility Basic understanding of bioprocessing equipment design principles and sanitary equipment design requirements to include cGMP software quality system principles and data integrity regulations Basic understanding of theories/practices utilized by other disciplines outside primary area of expertise (e.g. validation, process engineering, quality, etc.) Proficiency with ABB DCS 800xA and Advant MOD 300 batch processing systems Working knowledge of a variety of automation software applications, process control, SFC, Ladder Logic, and structured text programming languages Working knowledge of OSI Pi Data Historian Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate within cross-functional teams and to management Ability to organize and present technical and project management overviews to engineering staff, cross functional departments, and management without assistance Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team-based environment with employees at all levels Maintains effective relationships across functional units gaining their trust and respect Puts accomplishing the goals of the group ahead of accomplishing individual goals Openly shares knowledge/information needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem Exhibits professionalism and sets an example for others to follow Self-starter and detail oriented Ability to manage commitments for self and the team while displaying an eagerness to learn and continuously improve Excellent presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate sound reasoning and data when recommending courses of actionAbility to discuss normally encountered technical issues, both verbally and written, in a manner that is understood by non-automation personnel

Keywords: Careerbuilder-US, Cary , Controls Engineer, Engineering , Morrisville, North Carolina