Automation Senior Engineer II

Job Description Role Summary The Automation Engineer supports management and implementation of control systems for equipment in a GMP manufacturing facility. This role supports equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, and compliant system operation as well as configuration for network integration and data historian management. The engineer provides day-to-day technical direction to contractors and works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Validation, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities Support automation upgrades and modifications for data integrity and reliability improvements for manufacturing equipment.

Configure, troubleshoot, test, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and related automation components.

Maintain OT asset inventories, software versions, patching records, and equipment lifecycle plans.

Support vulnerability assessments, backup and recovery, change control, commissioning, and validation activities.

Integrate the equipment systems into the manufacturing network through configuration of interface technologies, such as NATR devices and Kepware.

Configure and manage the site data historian.

Prepare and maintain automation documentation, including configuration records, SOPs, work instructions, and test records.

Coordinate assigned contractor activities and provide technical direction for automation work.

Escalate technical, quality, compliance, and schedule risks to engineering leadership.

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or manufacturing automation.

Experience with PLC- and HMI-based control systems in a manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with GAMP, 21 CFR Part 11 requirements, validation, change control, and controlled documentation practices.

Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Technical Skills Required Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMI applications

Industrial networking and control-system integration

Kepware drivers and connectorsAVEVA PI Historian Automation testing, commissioning, and validation documentationOT asset management, patching, and software-version control

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Pay Range:$124,000 - $186,000

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.  From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

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