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Cipla USA · 2 hours ago

Automation Engineer PLC

Cipla USA is a leading global pharmaceutical company dedicated to high-quality medicines. They are seeking a PLC/Electrical Automation Engineer to manage electrical and control equipment throughout the plant, diagnose and solve electrical problems, and ensure equipment maintenance and repair work are completed correctly and timely.

Pharmaceuticals
Hiring Manager
Stephanie Quinones
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Responsibilities

Manage all phases of electrical and control equipment throughout the plant. This includes preventive, corrective, emergency, warranty service, etc
Diagnose and solve electrical problems for manufacturing and packaging equipment and systems
Install, service, calibrate, and update electrical systems
Repair and/or replace faulty electrical parts in manufacturing and packaging equipment
Conduct inspections to ensure that products or systems are in a safe and usable condition
Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLC)/industrial programmable controllers (IPC)
Assess building systems to plan work assignments and project schedules
Develop maintenance procedures and schedules
Ensure equipment maintenance and repair work are completed correctly and in a timely manner
Plan and perform PMP for equipment and facilities

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringProgrammable Logic ControllersGMP KnowledgeElectrical Systems TroubleshootingMicrosoft Office SuiteAutoCADAnalytical SkillsLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field of study from an accredited institution with a preferred minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting
Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field of study from an accredited institution with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting preferred
Experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred
In-depth understanding of electronics, electrical systems, and mechanical engineering principles
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD and of computer operations in general
Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers and Distributive Control Systems
Ability to read electrical prints
Ability to read P&IDs
Ability to trouble shoot OMRON PLC hardware
Ability to trouble shoot OMRON PLC logic utilizing OMRON software
Ability to trouble shoot Allen Bradly PLC hardware
Ability to trouble shoot Allen Bradley PLC logic utilizing Allen Bradley
Working knowledge of 480V and 4160V electrical switchgear, motors, and starters
Experience working from complex drawings and data, manuals, handbooks
Experience using a wide variety of measuring instruments and electronic analyzing and testing equipment
Thorough knowledge of electronic components, digital and analog circuitry, hydraulic systems, and machine tool principles essential
Knowledge of GMP and various regulatory requirements
Strong leadership skills and experience in industrial automation
Ability to lead teams and facilitate the execution and completion of work
Communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentation skills) in the English language
Contribute and work collaboratively with geographically dispersed teams in HR and across other functional departments
Apply practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience
Work independently with general supervision
Influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices
Keen attention to details and must demonstrate use of good judgement and decision-making
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Able to lift fifteen (15) pounds with or without assistance
Able to frequently stand, bend, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop or crouch, kneel, reach, push, pull, grasp, feel, talk, write, type, listen and hear
Must be willing to work any shift or site as required
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed (less than 20%)
Able to be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, hair net, safety shoes, glasses, lab coat, and other required gear

Preferred

Master's degree in electrical engineering or related field of study from an accredited institution with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting preferred
Experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred

Benefits

401(k) savings plan and matching
Health insurance – medical/dental/vision
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time
Paid holidays
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Parental leave
Paid family leave
Employee discounts
And other benefits

Company

Cipla USA

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Cipla USA, the wholly owned subsidiary of Cipla (established in 1935), has been enabling patient access to affordable and high-quality medicines in the US for over 30 years.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Arunesh Verma
President & CEO, Cipla North America
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Marc Falkin
Executive Vice President / Chief Commercial Officer
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