PLC Programmer/Automation Engineer
Job in
Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee, 37040, USA
Listed on 2026-09-25
Listing for:
United Pharma
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
PLC Programmer / Automation Engineer – Beckhoff / Structured Text
We are currently looking for experienced PLC Programmers / Automation Engineers to join a major automation project within the life sciences/pharmaceutical industry
.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, modify and troubleshoot PLC software for automated manufacturing systems.
- Program PLCs using Structured Text (ST) and work with existing automation code and standards.
- Work with Beckhoff PLCs and automation technology
, including TwinCAT where applicable. - Support the commissioning, testing and start-up of automated equipment and production systems.
- Troubleshoot PLC, controls and automation issues during commissioning and site activities.
- Work closely with electrical, instrumentation, mechanical and process engineering teams.
- Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning and qualification activities.
- Review control system documentation, functional specifications, I/O lists and sequence descriptions.
- Assist with system integration and communication between PLCs, HMIs and other plant systems.
- Ensure automation software and documentation meet project and industry requirements.
- Provide on-site support during the Mexico and Nashville phases of the project.
Experience Required
- Strong experience as a PLC Programmer, Controls Engineer or Automation Engineer
. - Good hands-on programming experience with Structured Text
. - Experience with Beckhoff / TwinCAT is highly preferred.
- Experience with PLC-based automated manufacturing or process equipment.
- Previous experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or other regulated manufacturing environments
. - Experience with commissioning and troubleshooting automation systems on site.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and control system integration.
- Ability to read and understand electrical drawings, control narratives and automation documentation.
- Experience working through commissioning and start-up phases of projects.
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