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 performs complex work involving the design, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of instrument/electrical and automation control systems. It focuses on mathematical modeling of diverse systems, analyzing their 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 developments in system design, configuration, and automation. The position requires adherence to GxP regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, accurate and complete documentation, rigorous quality control, and completion of required training. The engineer is responsible for meeting individual job requirements and supporting organizational compliance through regulatory adherence and continuous improvement. The position is onsite, with no travel and relocation assistance available. Sponsorship assistance is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience; alternatively, a high school education plus 8 years of experience or an associate degree plus 4 years of experience.
- 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 systems mathematically, analyze their dynamic behavior, and use control theory to create controllers.
- Contribute to advanced projects using growing expertise and problem-solving abilities.
- Make significant decisions within the assigned project area that influence project outcomes.
- Stay current with advances in system design, configuration, and automation.
- Follow GxP regulations and Standard Operating Procedures, maintain accurate and complete documentation, perform rigorous quality control, and complete required training.
- Meet individual job requirements and contribute to organizational compliance through continuous improvement and regulatory adherence.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible time off for salaried associates
- Paid time off for hourly associates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
