Automation Engineer II
About The Position
The Automation Engineer II supports the External Projects Team at Alcon’s manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The role supports SCADA, PI Historian, and Ignition technology initiatives and handles complex tasks involving the design, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of instrument/electrical and automation control systems. It focuses on mathematical modeling of diverse systems, analyzing dynamic behavior, and applying control theory to create controllers. The engineer contributes to advanced projects, makes significant decisions within their project area, and stays current with advances in system design, configuration, and automation. The role requires adherence to GxP regulations, including following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing required training. The engineer is expected to meet individual job requirements, support organizational compliance, and commit to continuous improvement and regulatory adherence. The position is onsite, with no travel; relocation is available, and sponsorship assistance is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience; alternatively, high school education plus 8 years of directly related experience or an associate degree plus 4 years.
- Fluent ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
Responsibilities
- Support SCADA, PI Historian, and Ignition technology initiatives.
- Design, develop, implement, operate, and maintain instrument/electrical and automation control systems.
- Model diverse systems mathematically, analyze their dynamic behavior, and use control theory to create controllers.
- Contribute to advanced projects and make significant decisions within the project area.
- Stay current with advances in system design, configuration, and automation.
- Follow GxP regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation, ensure rigorous quality control, and complete required training.
- Meet individual job requirements and contribute to organizational compliance and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible time off for salaried associates
- Paid time off for hourly associates
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
