Engineer II/III, Automation

Biogen•Research Triangle Park, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Engineer II/III Automation, you will join the Automation & MES team at Biogen’s RTP Bio site, supporting both operational excellence and project-driven goals. This role provides technical solution development and hands-on support for DeltaV DCS and Syncade MES systems, partnering cross-functionally to design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve automation solutions that support biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for recipe authoring, software configuration, validation activities, change controls, troubleshooting, and ensuring seamless integration with systems such as PI Historian, Oracle, CMMS, Veeva, and Labware (LIMS). This position plays a critical role in optimizing manufacturing operations, enhancing system reliability, and supporting the site's long-term automation strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment (for Engineer II)
Minimum of 2 years of experience with MES recipe authoring (preferably Syncade) and/or supporting DeltaV in an engineering related capacity (for Engineer III)
Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams
Strong understanding of system validation, change controls, and troubleshooting within MES and DCS environments (for Engineer III)
Proven ability to develop and implement automation solutions that support manufacturing and operational objectives (for Engineer III)
Ability to evaluate technical options and drive optimal system enhancements across automation platforms (for Engineer III)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large-scale biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
Familiarity with integrations involving PI Historian, Oracle, CMMS, Veeva, and Labware (LIMS)
Experience supporting investigations and implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs)
Ability to lead cross-functional meetings and coordinate change implementation activities
Familiarity with GAMP 5 principles and regulated system compliance requirements
Experience identifying and implementing process, design, and system optimization opportunities
Interest in expanding expertise across automation platforms and integrated manufacturing systems
Experience serving as a subject matter expert for MES, DeltaV or other automation systems within a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Configure and maintain DeltaV DCS and Syncade MES software to support process improvements, new products, and new equipment implementations.
Partner with Process Owners, Manufacturing, and cross-functional stakeholders to design and implement software that meets operational and engineering requirements.
Author, review, and approve MES and DeltaV DCS documentation, including lifecycle documents, project documents, procedures, work instructions, and validation deliverables.
Create and execute software testing scripts and support software validation activities in accordance with established procedures and GAMP 5 principles.
Define and support validation strategies in collaboration with Quality representatives and ensure consistency in execution across disciplines.
Execute and manage change controls for DeltaV DCS and Syncade MES systems while maintaining compliance with site procedures and quality requirements.
Troubleshoot MES and DCS system issues during testing and manufacturing operations, including participation in an on-call support rotation.
Identify and implement opportunities for optimization in system design, programming, testing, integrations, and operational processes.
Collaborate with automation, data systems, manufacturing, and engineering teams to ensure systems continue to meet evolving site needs.
Support and lead small to medium engineering projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to quality standards.
Evaluate technical options and recommend optimal solutions for system enhancements and integrations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence through automation solutions.
Maintain training requirements, establish development goals, and support knowledge sharing across the team.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation