2026 Automation Engineer Fall Co-Op

Simtra BioPharma Solutions•Bloomington, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization, partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to bring their sterile injectable products to market. With facilities in Bloomington, Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany, we offer a wide range of delivery systems including pre-filled syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials and sterile crystallization. Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines – which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement at Simtra. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards. While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support and secondary packaging. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate and bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide. This role is part of Simtra's Fall Co-op Program, seeking highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Co-op students work closely with industry professionals, learn problem-solving on real-world projects contributing to clinical research and manufacturing processes, and participate in learning sessions with leadership, site visits, and social events.

Requirements

Pursuing a BS or MS degree in Automation/Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student
Strong understanding of process automation, industrial controls systems (PLC, SCADA), and data analysis
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail including the ability to accomplish a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others in a proactive, positive and constructive manner
Proven critical thinking and creativity skills; solve problems by applying technical and functional experiences
Highly motivated, self-driven individual with passion working within pharmaceutical industry

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ignition SCADA, PLCs, and SCW
Experience with Python, MATLAB, or other programming languages is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions using data collection, analysis, and visualization.
Work with cross-functional teams to identify areas for automation and digital transformation.
Conduct troubleshooting and testing of automated systems to ensure functionality and compliance.