FAREVA RICHMOND, INC · 11 hours ago
Control Systems Engineer II
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expFareva Richmond is a contract manufacturer of personal care and beauty consumer goods, seeking a Control Systems Engineer II to join their Engineering team. This role provides hands-on engineering support for process control systems and automation projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.
Hiring Manager
Laura Arzate
Responsibilities
Support execution of process control system projects for manufacturing and facilities operations
Assist with defining project scope, schedules, vendor selection, equipment specification, verification activities, and project close-out
Specify, configure, program, and test control systems including PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, drives, PC-based control systems, and BMS
Provide limited support for facility electrical systems as related to automation projects
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for PLC-controlled equipment and SCADA systems supporting site operations
Diagnose issues related to drives, HMIs, electrical control panels, industrial networks, and instrumentation
Serve as a technical resource to Operations and Maintenance, providing recommendations for system improvements and reliability
Support maintenance of control systems in a validated and verified state consistent with 21 CFR Part 11 and Fareva Richmond’s verification lifecycle
Assist with system documentation, backups, archiving, and data integrity activities in coordination with IT and Technical Services
Support system recovery activities, vendor coordination, and minor system upgrades or modifications
Support site change management activities for control system changes, including documentation and verification requirements
Assist in development and adherence to site standards for process control systems and instrumentation
Participate in control-related reviews, audits, and verification activities
Follow and promote site safety procedures and cGMP requirements
Incorporate safety and regulatory compliance into all assigned work and projects
Complete all required technical, safety, and compliance training
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline required
5–10 years of experience in control systems and automation engineering within a manufacturing environment
Experience supporting PLC-based control systems, electrical panels, and industrial automation equipment required
Extensive hands-on experience with PLCs and SCADA systems
Strong working knowledge of HMIs, variable frequency drives, servos, and industrial electrical systems
Experience with industrial networking and system troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control system documentation
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Occasional off-shift or emergency support for a 24x5 manufacturing operation
Exposure to industrial equipment and electrical systems
Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs. with appropriate PPE
Preferred
Experience with regulated or cGMP manufacturing environments preferred
Familiarity with Part 11 requirements and verification documentation preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance
Company paid short term disability
Company paid life and accidental death insurance
401(k) plan match of 4.5% with immediate vesting
Generous employee referral program
15 days of vacation annually
Paid holidays annually
Onsite cafeteria
Job advancement opportunities
Company paid work shoes
Uniforms
Prescription safety eyeglasses
Company
FAREVA RICHMOND, INC
FAREVA RICHMOND, INC is a pharmaceuticals company based out of 2248 DARBYTOWN RD, Henrico, Virginia, United States.
501-1000 employees
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