Senior Automation Engineer
Core
Senior technical authority for electrical, PLC/SCADA, and OT systems in manufacturing and packaging, ensuring safety, compliance, and reliability.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC automation engineer (manufacturing/OT)
Builds
Robust automation performance, capital projects (new lines, retrofits), and automation strategy for plant operations
Domain
Consumer healthcare manufacturing and packaging
Required skills
Industrial automation troubleshooting, PLC/SCADA/DCS vendor expertise, Computer System Validation (CSV), OT cybersecurity fundamentals, engineering compliance documentation, lifecycle management, process improvement, stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Experience with automated OEE, automated end-of-line packaging, technology prototyping, EBR tool, EMS
Technologies
PLC, SCADA, DCS, EBR, EMS, OT hardware/software
Responsibilities
Own site SME role for automation systems; lead automation upgrade and capital improvement projects; define technical requirements and manage risks; serve as technical liaison for capital projects; drive process improvement for automation systems; troubleshoot equipment breakdowns; maintain engineering records and technical SOPs; support regulatory audits; manage OT cybersecurity; develop site automation strategy.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC