Automation Engineer

Catalyx • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Catalyx is seeking an Automation Engineer to support plasmid manufacturing operations and plant automation systems. This role will provide hands-on automation, and controls support for manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and production processes, with a focus on maintaining reliable and compliant operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 2–5 years of experience in automation, controls, instrumentation, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience working with PLC and HMI systems, industrial control systems, or manufacturing automation.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and automation-related issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to respond effectively to equipment and production issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and other technical teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to provide occasional off-hours or on-call support when required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting manufacturing or plant operations in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or other regulated environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP, GxP, FDA-regulated environments, or computerized system validation is a plus.
• Experience with automation system documentation, change controls, testing, commissioning, or qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day automation and controls support for plasmid manufacturing processes and plant operations.
• Troubleshoot automation, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Support the maintenance, modification, and optimization of automation systems to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Assist with the development, testing, implementation, and documentation of automation system changes.
• Participate in equipment commissioning, qualification, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Work with Manufacturing and Maintenance teams to identify automation-related issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support plant control systems, process equipment, utilities, and facility automation as needed.
• Assist with system upgrades, software changes, alarm management, and control strategy improvements.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including automation specifications, system documentation, change controls, and troubleshooting records.
• Support investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and other quality-related activities associated with automation systems.
• Ensure automation activities comply with applicable GMP, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors/contractors on automation projects and technical issues.
• Participate in on-call or off-hours support activities when required to maintain plant operations.

What This Job Offers

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