Upsher-Smith · 2 months ago
Automation Engineer - Instrument & Controls
Maple Grove, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$83K/yr - $125K/yr
6+ years expUpsher-Smith Laboratories is seeking an Automation Engineer II to provide technical engineering support for manufacturing and packaging equipment. This role involves developing and maintaining controls and data communication systems to ensure efficient pharmaceutical operations.
Health CareInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develops, maintains and modifies PLC and HMI programs to support operations, equipment changes and continuous improvements in accordance with cGMP and good engineering practices
Incorporates new equipment and processes into existing process networks when necessary
Implements and leads electrical, controls, computerized systems and other assigned projects from conception to timely, cost contained completion
Performs electrical, electro-mechanical or communications/networking troubleshooting to determine problems and resolution
Investigates new equipment and technologies in the pre-planning stages of a project and determine the appropriate equipment for the application
Project team member in CapEx and continuous improvement projects. Guides design, development and testing of electrical control methods, materials, processes and results
Other Project responsibilities include generating User Requirements Specifications, and Functional Specifications, including generating and executing Factory Acceptance Tests, commissioning protocols and Site Acceptance Tests
Ensure projects are accurately documented and maintain all necessary engineering documentation according to good documentation practices
Lead installations, operations, maintenance and repairs to ensure that equipment is functioning according to specifications. Coordinates maintenance activities as needed
Partners and/or leads necessary cross functional team projects or troubleshooting activities to support manufacturing/packaging operations and other corporate projects as needed (Maintenance, IT, Manufacturing Operations, Tech Services, Facilities and Quality)
Manage electronic format data, process parameters, hardware and systems including software, operator interfaces, drives, panel views, servos and encoders. Ensures all programs are kept current and backed up on a regular basis
Generates and maintains wiring schematics, control drawings, P&IDs, instruments specifications and electrical prints
Maintains current PLC, Allen Bradley, etc. programs and software
Work with Corporate Safety to maintain and revise all safety program requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
Minimum of 6 years' experience of electrical engineering, design, programming control systems, electrical troubleshooting and electrical maintenance of high-speed, high-volume automated machinery
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and/or participate on project teams
Ability to collaborate and work productively with others in a team environment
Professionally represents self and Company when working with vendors and suppliers
Ability to read, program and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic or other PLC based machine codes to resolve complex problems and optimize machine performance
Ability to manage project requirements and meet project deadlines
Strong ability to analyze and interpret data and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; understands and demonstrates the ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Travel Requirements - Up to 25%
Preferred
Regulated manufacturing (GMP) industry experience preferred (pharmaceutical, biomedical, medical device)
Professional Engineering Certification preferred
Electrical license (MN) preferred
Proficient at AutoCAD preferred
Company
Upsher-Smith
Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC is a trusted U.S.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2024-01-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Taku Nakaoka
chairman and CEO
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