Our client in Windsor, CO is seeking an Equipment Automation Engineer III to support the design, development, monitoring, maintenance and documentation of automated equipment and controls systems including PLC programming, Building Management Systems (BMS), and monitoring systems (chambers, particle measurement, building controls & equipment). The Automation Engineer provides technical and automation support for equipment, facility, laboratory, and manufacturing systems and takes necessary steps to maintain them in good working order with assistance from the owners, maintenance department, and outside contractors.
Responsibilities
- Perform necessary functions to monitor and maintain system to validated state. Subject matter expert for change controls on automated systems.
- Provides technical support on pharmaceutical and utilities systems and building and equipment controls.
- Subject matter expert or system owner for automation systems including associated computer systems.
- Monitor and maintain the building and equipment controls and programs including but not limited to BMS, PMS and automated systems to a high level of compliance with GMP and ISO 9001.
- Subject matter expert for Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, iFix SCADA, Wonderware SCADA, and JCI Metasys Building Management Systems (BMS).
- Enhance, review and generate validation documentation including IQ, OQ and PQ for automation systems as necessary.
- Compile and analyze data, prepare reports and make recommendations for changes and/or improvements.
- Responsible for project management of automation and controls projects. Including keeping projects within budget and on schedule.
- Identify quality issues and provide corrective actions for automated equipment and controls systems.
- Provide after-hour and weekend support for manufacturing when in operation.
- Desire to innovate and improve processes by driving lean concepts in design & execution
- Maintain a safe work environment and follow site policies and procedures.
- Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 5 years’ equipment automation experience in a regulated industry (preferably in a GMP environment).
- Experience with design/programming/maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS, BMS), and SCADA/HMI/PLC/Data controls systems preferred. Including Rockwell Automation, Honeywell EBI, Delta Controls Orcaview, and JCI Metasys Building Management Systems (BMS).
- Two or more years’ experience in SQL database management/maintenance, and VB/C++ programming preferred.
- Experience with Allen Bradley PanelView, PanelView Plus and/or other user interfaces.
- Database design, management and maintenance experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Data management and SCADAs (iFix/Wonderware) to support systems: design, programming, maintenance.
- Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO 9001 requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills both verbal and written.
- Technical writing and documentation review skills.
- Ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice or acceptance criteria.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively in fast paced environment.
Working Conditions
- Laboratory, Manufacturing and Office environment.
- On call may be required.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual pay range $130,000 - $140,000 depending on experience
- Bonus eligible
- Relocation benefits available if eligible
- Benefits
About Ventura Solutions
Ventura Solutions is a reputable end-to-end medical device and combination product consulting, staffing, and training firm. With our deep industry expertise spanning medical devices and combination products, coupled with an outstanding talent pool, we stand out as the preferred option for a diverse array of projects. On the consulting side, we integrate seamlessly into your team and manage small to complex Statement of Work (SOW) projects. On the staffing side, we help source, screen, and on-board reputable employees to fill temporary, temp to permanent, and permanent job openings. We accelerate product development, keep products compliant, and help build great organizations. For more information, visit us at www.ventura-solutions.com.
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