Automation Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Greenville, NC

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About The Position

The Automation Manager manages high-quality control engineering services to meet present and future company automation engineering needs. The role acquires, develops, and applies technology and techniques to achieve high standards of quality and efficiency, and oversees automation project activities through all phases in a timely and cost-effective manner. The manager leads an automation engineering team, oversees multiple large projects, develops project scopes and objectives, and supervises engineering design, drafting, and construction specifications. The role ensures assigned projects meet cGMP, safety, applicable code, engineering, legal, and insurance requirements throughout design, construction, startup, and qualification. The position also requires safe work practices, completion of required training, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant experience, including experience developing and supporting computerized automation systems and networks, along with supervisory experience.
High school diploma required.
Familiarity with control system concepts, practices, and procedures.
Understanding of PLC ladder logic or function block and/or DCS system development.
Ability to develop configurable control and supervisory systems and historian and database programs.
Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and independent judgment.
Demonstrated leadership and project management experience.
Self-starter who is mature, independent, and dependable.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
Effective time management, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external customers, including tact in handling sensitive matters.
Highly effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of A-B and Modicon PLCs and/or DCS D/3 experience.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead the automation engineering team in assigned work, using judgment and creativity to analyze situations and select an appropriate course of action.
Manage multiple large projects or assignments simultaneously, including work involving substantial design outside the automation discipline.
Analyze data and facts related to automation engineering assignments and develop scopes of work based on engineering principles and industry methods, consistent with company standards and specifications.
Establish and maintain technical, schedule, and cost objectives for projects using project specifications.
Oversee the design and drafting of new engineering drawings and updates to existing drawings.
Ensure preparation of engineering construction specifications.
Ensure assigned projects meet cGMPs, safety practices, applicable codes, engineering standards, laws, and insurance requirements during design, construction, startup, and qualification.
Work safely and responsibly to support an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
Comply with job-related safety and other training requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.