Sr. Associate, Controls Engineer

Alcon Research•Johns Creek, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Sr. Associate Controls Engineer supporting the U.S. MTO Team in Johns Creek, GA, a typical day will include: Ensuring effective communication between automated systems' mechanical, electrical, and software elements. Oversee the planning and execution of control systems designs and monitor system performance, ensuring smooth and efficient automated processes. Test and analyze control systems to ensure compliance to GMP/GXP procedures, process functionality and safety. Troubleshoot potential issues and diagnose malfunctions, engaging in proactive problem-solving to mitigate system failures. Maintaining and improving systems while focusing on enhancing efficiency, improving user experience, and reducing downtime. Identify, design and implement improvements to machine and processes related to the infrastructure of contact lens manufacturing. Participation on capital projects including management of associated internal resources and validation. Troubleshoot and correct issues related to Infrastructure and facility supporting processes. Provide expert level support and work with various organizations on key processes. Execute protocols and continuous improvement support for site initiative and prepare documentation related to procedures, training, work instructions, validation, etc. Providing periodic support to the business outside of normal working hours, including participation in the On-Call support cycle as needed. Perform corrective actions, and preventive actions identified through CAPAs, internal and external audits, and gap assessments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
2 Years of Relevant Experience

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge with Siemens Step7 TIA portal.
Knowledge or exposure of Process Safety Management (PSM)
Controls Engineer experience with strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of the following regulations and standards: ISO13485, MDSAP, EU MDR /MDD, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Strong technical skills in engineering/ process safety management experience leading a technical team, and in managing cross-functional areas.
Experienced in managing multiple projects.
Experience dealing with vendors and consultants as needed for projects.

Responsibilities

Ensuring effective communication between automated systems' mechanical, electrical, and software elements.
Oversee the planning and execution of control systems designs and monitor system performance, ensuring smooth and efficient automated processes.
Test and analyze control systems to ensure compliance to GMP/GXP procedures, process functionality and safety.
Troubleshoot potential issues and diagnose malfunctions, engaging in proactive problem-solving to mitigate system failures.
Maintaining and improving systems while focusing on enhancing efficiency, improving user experience, and reducing downtime.
Identify, design and implement improvements to machine and processes related to the infrastructure of contact lens manufacturing.
Participation on capital projects including management of associated internal resources and validation.
Troubleshoot and correct issues related to Infrastructure and facility supporting processes.
Provide expert level support and work with various organizations on key processes.
Execute protocols and continuous improvement support for site initiative and prepare documentation related to procedures, training, work instructions, validation, etc.
Providing periodic support to the business outside of normal working hours, including participation in the On-Call support cycle as needed.
Perform corrective actions, and preventive actions identified through CAPAs, internal and external audits, and gap assessments.