Apply on Employer Site

Fresenius Kabi USA · 21 hours ago

Manager, Engineering (Automation)

Wilson, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$91K/yr - $135K/yr

5+ years exp

Fresenius Kabi USA is seeking a Manager for their Engineering Automation team. The role involves managing and leading the automation team to ensure efficient design, installation, and maintenance of site systems while improving operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee, manage and ensure successful day to day operations of the automation department for the site

Provide leadership by directing, mentoring, coaching, and developing team towards professional growth and enhanced job performance

Ensure robust day-to-day support of all engineering, manufacturing and facility operations

Assist maintenance and operations in problem solving and process improvements

Responsible for the management of process and building controls, automation and computerized systems that adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Responsible for continuously improving automated processes and building controls and management of computerized systems

Actively lead, collaborate, and support cross-functional teams during the design and installation of new or upgraded manufacturing lines and automation systems

Manage equipment and system vendors, service providers and contractors

Manage departmental and capital budgets

Manage the preparation and approval of Lifecycle documentation for new and upgraded equipment, facilities, and utilities

Maintain cGMP, OSHA, and DEC compliance through implementation and adherence to SOP’s and governmental regulations

Review final documentation packages for all major systems at the plant including, but not limited to Building Automation System (BAS), Environmental Monitoring System (EMS), utility systems, filling operations, packaging operations, steam sterilizers and process washers

Participate in and resolve audit and regulatory deficiencies

Hire, develop, organize and lead staff

Establish and implement appropriate engineering staff training requirements

Serve as reviewer and approver for deviation investigations

Actively supports automated manufacturing operations 24/7, if needed

Qualification

Engineering degreeCGMP knowledgeAutomationControlsPLCHMIProject managementAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsTechnical communicationOrganizational skills

Required

BS in an Engineering, Science or related technical discipline required

Knowledge of all aspects of manufacturing processes, automation and controls including PLCs and HMIs, SCADA, data historians, manufacturing execution systems, machine design and layout

Analytical skills in problem solving

Must be proactive, have experience with high performance teams, strong interpersonal and project management skills

Must have good technical written and verbal communication skills, good documentation skills, good organizational skills and good interpersonal skills to collaborate with the plant staff

Preferred

Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering and/or manufacturing setting, cGMP / Pharmaceutical environment preferred

Experience with advanced analytics, machine learning, vision systems or robotics are a plus

Benefits

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Employee assistance program

Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability

Wellness program

Company

Fresenius Kabi USA

Fresenius Kabi is health care company specializing in medical and medical technologies.

Founded in 1996

Lake Zurich, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.fresenius-kabi.us

H1B Sponsorship

Fresenius Kabi USA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (14)

2024 (17)

2023 (17)

2022 (15)

2021 (14)

2020 (22)