Roche · 2 months ago
Principal Automation Engineer
Hillsboro
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$95K/yr - $177K/yr
5+ years expRoche is a leader in advancing cell and gene therapy medicines through their Hillsboro Innovative Therapies campus. They are seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to develop and optimize automation solutions for manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsOncologyPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Perform automation tasks for commissioning and qualification of new systems while ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to enhance the performance and reliability of automation and production equipment
Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain running automation systems to ensure uninterrupted plant operations and resolve system issues
Develop solutions for recurring issues, create necessary change records, and provide proactive strategies for process and system improvement
Conduct investigations into cross-site issues with potential enterprise-level impact, implementing effective resolutions
Support the development of user requirements, design reviews, and planning for new equipment integrations
Mentor and support junior Automation Engineers while providing guidance on troubleshooting, technical best practices, and continuous improvement opportunities
Qualification
Required
You possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field, with 5 or more years of experience in automation engineering within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing industry
You possess extensive hands-on experience with automation platforms and systems such as SCADA, DCS, PLCs, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and thin clients to support complex manufacturing processes
You possess advanced expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex automation issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing robust technical solutions
You have proven experience integrating automation controls with factory manufacturing processes, including the successful integration of electrical and mechanical systems
You have a demonstrated ability to manage and influence diverse stakeholders while building effective partnerships across Process Development, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, and Quality functions
You possess significant experience navigating matrixed environments, managing multiple cross-functional projects, and balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting
You possess in-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP standards, and compliance requirements specific to pharmaceutical and biotechnology production
You are able to serve as a member of the 24/7 Rotational On Call Support Team
Preferred
Cell/gene therapy industry experience
Experience working in an environment utilizing change control and good documentation practices
Experience with Rockwell and Emerson Automation technologies
Experience developing automation solutions
Experience interpreting electrical schematics and P&ID drawings
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
Relocation benefits are approved for this posting.
Company
Roche
Roche is a pharmaceutical and diagnostics company that offers medicines and diagnostic tests for various medical conditions and diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.79BKey Investors
SoftBankSCALE AINovartis
2021-08-04Post Ipo Equity· $5B
2020-12-07IPO
2020-05-06Post Ipo Equity· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Alan Hippe
Member of the Executive Board - Group CFO
Christine Bakan
Global Head and VP of Software and Bioinformatics, Next Generation Sequencing
Recent News
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