Production Automation Engineer
About The Position
INTEGRA Biosciences is seeking an experienced Process Automation Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer II) to improve manufacturing performance through automation, manufacturing innovation, and continuous improvement. The position is based on-site in Hudson, New Hampshire, and supports the company’s manufacturing of liquid handling solutions used in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, and food production laboratories. As part of the Manufacturing Engineering team, the engineer evaluates and improves manufacturing processes and leads automation projects from concept through production launch. The role involves designing and validating equipment and process solutions, coordinating with suppliers and system integrators, conducting acceptance testing and validation, and collaborating across departments to introduce new equipment and processes. The engineer also drives Lean and continuous improvement initiatives, investigates root causes, implements corrective actions, and ensures compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience with manufacturing process development and automation systems.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, process capability analysis, and statistical problem-solving tools.
- Experience managing automation vendors and equipment integration projects.
- Strong project management, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
- Passion for continuous improvement and hands-on engineering solutions.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PLCs and HMI applications.
- Experience with automated assembly equipment.
- Experience with fixture and tooling design.
- Experience with equipment validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD platforms.
- Project and vendor management experience.
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate manufacturing processes and implement improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.
- Design and validate fixtures, tooling, workstations, and error-proofing solutions.
- Develop and deploy automation solutions using pneumatic, electrical, robotic, and machine vision technologies.
- Define equipment requirements, specifications, and statements of work for automation projects.
- Partner with automation suppliers and system integrators from concept through production launch.
- Lead automation projects, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables.
- Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
- Develop and perform IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities for equipment and manufacturing processes.
- Create validation documentation, risk assessments, SOPs, and work instructions.
- Collaborate across departments to introduce new equipment and processes.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
