Automation Engineer II

Repligen Corporation • Marlborough, MA

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About The Position

The Automation Engineer II will report to the Automation Engineering Manager and support the development, testing, deployment, and lifecycle maintenance of computerized control systems for KrosFlo large-scale tangential flow filtration products. This role combines hands-on controls engineering, structured change management, and cross-functional execution to deliver reliable automation solutions in a regulated manufacturing environment. The engineer will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management, Service, and customers.

Requirements

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. Relevant process-control, industrial-automation, or data-acquisition experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in automation, controls, software, or industrial systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems and HMI/SCADA applications.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley preferred. Experience with Siemens/DeltaV a plus.
• Working knowledge of industrial control-system integration, instrumentation, electrical controls, networks, and communication protocols.
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, control narratives, P&IDs, I/O lists, user requirements, and technical specifications.
• Experience developing and executing structured functional specifications, software design specifications, test protocols, documenting results, and resolving identified issues.
• Working knowledge of software version control, configuration management, and engineering change-control practices.
• Strong technical writing skills with demonstrated attention to Good Documentation Practices.
• Experience in cGMP, computer system validation, and GAMP 5 environments preferred.
• Programming or scripting experience with Python, VBScript, C/C++, and/or SQL preferred.
• Ability to manage priorities, contractor deliverables, and technical actions with ownership and follow-through.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills in a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, PPE requirements, safe work practices, and leading by example in alignment with Repligen R-Values.

Nice To Haves

• iFix and AutomationDirect C-more development a plus.
• Experience with Siemens/DeltaV a plus.
• Experience in cGMP, computer system validation, and GAMP 5 environments preferred.
• Programming or scripting experience with Python, VBScript, C/C++, and/or SQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, HMI, industrial computer, and SCADA applications used in automated process equipment.
• Program and support Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and AutomationDirect PLC platforms.
• Develop and maintain HMI and SCADA applications using Wonderware System Platform. iFix and AutomationDirect C-more development a plus.
• Troubleshoot application scripts, SQL queries, system communications, and control-system interfaces.
• Configure and support industrial networks, including subnets, Network Address Translation, VLANs, and system connectivity.
• Integrate and troubleshoot OPC UA/DA, Modbus TCP/RTU, PROFINET, EtherCAT, and DeltaV connectivity.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls and instrumentation, including control loops, sinking and sourcing signals, and current- versus voltage-based devices.
• Apply software version control, documentation control, and formal change-management practices to released code and system configurations.
• Participate in design reviews, risk reviews, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and deployment of custom automated skids.
• Write and execute clear test scripts and protocols for software FAT, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and system changes.
• Maintain automation standards, reusable templates, test practices, and supporting documentation through controlled change and continuous improvement.
• Provide automation expertise to internal teams, customers, and field personnel during design, build, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and deliver basic automation training for Manufacturing Associates, Field Service Technicians, and other internal users.
• Define contractor scope, review technical deliverables, track actions, and ensure work meets project, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Promote Repligen’s EHS culture by following safe work practices, identifying hazards or near misses, and supporting corrective actions.

Benefits

• paid time off
• health/dental/vision
• retirement benefits
• flexible spending accounts
• variable cash programs (bonus or commission)
• equity as part of the compensation package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level