Job Description:
The ARM Group is seeking to fill a Full-Time – Automation Engineer – Electrical (Pharmaceutical Background) position for one of our leading clients based in Bethlehem, PA.
NOTE: A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent industrial platform automation-related job experience is required for this position.
- The Automation Engineer utilizes independent judgment to perform the day-to-day project duties of designing, developing, and releasing deliverables used in the fabrication of equipment for pilot and commercial-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing (primarily piping assemblies for fluid & gas handling and motorized agitation systems).
- Primary responsibility involves generating design plans.
- This position requires a high level of attention to detail along with the ability to develop a strong understanding of Bioprocessing Equipment design standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assume a project lead role to interface with customers and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Executes quality management plan by quality standards.
- Understand all project requirements and objectives.
- Defines automation scope of work and develops all required specifications.
- Estimates automation hardware, software, and manpower requirements.
- Coordinates design and/or manufacturing and software efforts to ensure compliance.
- Forecast and communicate status as required.
- Support design and manufacturing with integration of system controls as requested.
- Programs PLC, OIT, HMI, DCS controllers, and smart instruments as requested.
- Manages automation employees or contractors in the execution of work.
- Accounts for all contractor resources assigned to the project.
- Assists with Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
- May evaluate and recommend automation upgrades to existing equipment or systems.
- Supports Field Services concerning automation needs both planned and unscheduled.
- Maintain organized project and/or software records.
- Control project cost.
- Meeting Project schedules.
- Provide technical support to customers, sales and marketing.
- Execute other tasks as assigned.
- Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline or equivalent automation-related job experience.
- 5+ years of current automation systems experience.
- Proficient with one or more of the following hardware/software platforms: Allen-Bradley, Delta V, or Siemens.
- Current automation and control systems design, development, and programming from the scope and P&ID framework.
- English language proficiency, both written and oral speaking skills.
- cGMP and GAMP 5 experience in Bio-Pharm or Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
- Detail-oriented with a solid understanding of current programming standards, industry design fundamentals, and related simulation/de-bugging processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task across functional groups.
- Must work well both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Limited travel will be required (not expected to exceed 20%). International travel is possible.
- Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
- Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus.
Benefits include:
- DAY 1 Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation & 10 Paid Holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Industry-leading 401K plan (40% match!)
- Air-conditioned facilities
- College tuition benefit program
- Employee Referral Program
Disclaimer:
ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.
By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.
It’s important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background checks and drug screening.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.