Sr. Manufacturing Engineer -Controls

Roche • Indianapolis, IN

5d • $84,900 - $157,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Roche Diagnostics is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Controls for its Equipment Performance team at the Indianapolis facility. The role supports automated equipment used to manufacture blood glucose monitoring strips and emerging continuous glucose monitoring devices. The engineer leads continuous improvement initiatives, analyzes equipment data, identifies optimization opportunities, and drives projects to improve equipment performance. The role also includes designing and executing validation activities to maintain compliance with Roche’s regulatory standards.

The engineer serves as a technical resource for operators and technicians, providing troubleshooting support and helping keep production lines running smoothly. Responsibilities span manufacturing process development and maintenance, equipment and process improvement, product introduction, cost and tooling recommendations, quality assurance, project management, staff guidance, and support for information management and lifecycle initiatives. The position participates in an on-call rotation for off-shift and weekend production support as needed.

This is an onsite role at Roche’s Indianapolis facility. Relocation benefits are available. The stated annual salary range is $84,900–$157,700, with actual pay dependent on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. A discretionary annual bonus and participation in a long-term incentive program may also be available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s of Engineering/PhD and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience must include troubleshooting, modifying, and/or developing industrial equipment control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and motion control.
• Ability to analyze test data and run simulations.
• Ability to write and present clear, comprehensive technical documentation.
• Highly analytical, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comfort modifying manufacturing equipment control system programs, configurations, and electrical systems to support continuous improvement and equipment reliability.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment.
• Superior computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to teach and educate stakeholders and colleagues.
• Commitment to cross-functional collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with RSLogix 5000 programming, including ladder logic, structured text, SFC, and AOI.
• Experience with FactoryTalk View SE/ME programming.
• Experience with Cognex Insight Explorer programming or similar systems.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience, including interpreting electrical drawings and using a multimeter.
• Experience with motion controls such as VFDs and servos.
• Experience with sensors for part presence/absence, position, or process monitoring.
• Experience with distributed I/O, preferably Profibus/Ethernet IP.
• Experience with robotics.
• Previous experience troubleshooting control systems on high-volume or high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with GMP in a regulated environment, such as medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Previous training or experience in process improvement methodologies such as LSS or PDCA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, procedures, and processes for products, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Develop and improve automated and electromechanical processes by studying requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and gathering input from operators and maintenance technicians.
• Coordinate with design and process development engineering on the release of new products into manufacturing.
• Help estimate manufacturing costs and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing lines.
• Manage multiple projects and their timelines.
• Ensure process changes are characterized and implemented in accordance with validation policies and procedures.
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods, testing finished products and system capabilities, and confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Assist department leadership in setting strategic direction.
• Apply broad knowledge of the field’s principles, practices, and procedures.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Provide training, guidance, and advice to lower-level staff.
• Support initiatives such as information management and lifecycle management.
• Participate in the on-call support rotation to provide off-shift and weekend production support as needed.

Benefits

• Relocation benefits are available.
• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.
• Participation in a long-term incentive program.
• Benefits are referenced through a link in the posting, but specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior