Engineer, Automation I

AbbVie•Wyandotte, MI

7d•$65,500 - $125,500

About The Position

Responsible for basic configuration and programming per AbbVie’s change management procedures for the manufacturing process, utilities and facilities control systems. This position performs system troubleshooting during and outside business hours as necessary. Responsible for the maintenance of assigned site operations technologies (OT) systems per applicable departmental procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of (two) 2 years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience configuring Distributed Control Systems (DCS) such as Emerson, Delta V and Electronic Batch Record Software such as POMs.
Hands-on experience programming in ladder logic and instructional texts.
Working experience with HMI graphics development

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in computer science, engineering or related discipline, no experienced is required.
HMI graphics development is a plus.
Knowledge of Data Historian systems such as OSIsoft PI is a plus
Experience with commissioning and qualification activities, desirable

Responsibilities

Develop and modify electronic batch record (POMs/ Ebr) programming in accordance with the design documents to meet the functional requirements.
Provide first line technical support to Project Engineers, Maintenance, Production and Technical Operation personnel in automation related problems as need arises. Provides training for OT ( Operational Technologies) Systems users in automation technologies and process control applications.
Diagnose and troubleshooting Control System hardware, software, and networking issues, replace defective components as needed.
Perform site OT systems (DCS, PLC’s, SCADA, Data Historian, POMs) upgrades and data migrations activities.
Develop and execute qualification protocols plus associated technical documentation like System’s Functional and/or Design Specifications following OT Systems lifecycle validation activities.
Perform scheduled OT Systems administration and maintenance tasks such as operating systems (OS) and anti-virus updates, users accounts managements, critical data back-up and others.
Evaluate and provide input and recommendations regarding control system and electronic batch record improvements. Establish monitoring and reporting project techniques to support equipment performance reliability.
Provide production support during off-peak hours. This might require working overtime, overnight or on weekends.
Conform to EHS management system requirements and compliance obligations, promote continuous improvement, and consider EHS aspects during the design and change process. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties.