Engineer II/III, Automation

Biogen•Research Triangle Park, NC

2d•$65,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Engineer II/III provides 24/7 process controls/automation technical site support to the Biogen 900 Davis drive, NC manufacturing site. In addition, this role manages multiple small OPEX/CAPEX projects and continuous improvement initiatives that support the site from initial conception to final closure. The Automation Engineer II/III prioritizes between supporting the site and managing their assigned projects and tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience or working knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens platforms.
Experience with validation processes and documentation: Writing user requirements, System functional/design documents, Test protocols experience.
Understands risks and associated controls while working in electrically classified areas.
At minimum, 2 years of experience in automation engineering.
At minimum, 2 years of hands-on experience with Rockwell and Wonderware (AVEVA) systems or extensive experience with other Distributed Control Systems (DCS), such as Siemens Plus, or similar platforms, in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Siemens PLCs and HMIs experience is a plus.
Experience in Data Science/Analysis and/or Machine Learning.
Pharmaceutical environment including regulatory requirements associated with 21 CFR Part 11 and supporting validation of control system equipment experience.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, install, commission, and qualify automation and process control systems supporting commercial and clinical manufacturing operations
Partner with cross-functional teams to define process requirements and develop control system specifications
Configure and program PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems to support manufacturing processes
Specify, select, and integrate instrumentation and control systems to ensure reliable and seamless operation
Troubleshoot and resolve automation, system integration, and process control issues in a timely manner
Ensure automation systems meet cGMP and regulatory requirements, supporting validation activities and maintaining compliant documentation
Partner with Quality to support investigations, deviations, and CAPAs to maintain a compliant GMP environment
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency
Provide technical support, develop preventive maintenance strategies, and participate in on-call or off-shift support as needed
Support and/or lead automation scope for capital and operational projects, including cost estimates, schedules, execution, and development of site standards for control systems and instrumentation

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation