Automation Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-06
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer with deep Rockwell expertise to support a critical remediation and validation recovery project for a Med Tech manufacturing client in Dallas.
This role is focused on troubleshooting and correcting a recently installed machine/system where the original validation and documentation work was improperly executed. The successful consultant will work backwards from current operational issues, identify root causes in the original design and validation approach, and lead remediation efforts across controls, software, and validation documentation.
The ideal candidate is a senior-level engineer capable of independently analyzing complex automation systems, collaborating with vendors, and driving technical resolution in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities- Analyze existing machine/system issues and identify underlying design and validation gaps.
- Review and remediate the following:
- IQ/OQ/PQ documentation
- Software Design Specifications (SDS)
- Functional/design documentation and validation test strategies and execution.
- Determine what should have originally been tested and validated, rewrite and correct validation documentation to align with proper system design intent, and modify/correct PLC/HMI code as required.
- Collaborate closely with the OEM/vendor responsible for building and installing the system, support troubleshooting and stabilization efforts for production equipment currently experiencing operational issues.
- Work cross-functionally with validation and CSV documentation resources, ensuring all remediation activities align with regulated industry standards and best practices.
- Extensive experience with Rockwell Automation platforms (Control Logix/Studio 5000).
- Strong background in regulated manufacturing environments, ideally Med Tech or Pharmaceutical.
- IQ/OQ/PQ execution and remediation.
- CSV and validation documentation.
- Automation system troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- PLC code modification and system redesign.
- Ability to reverse engineer existing systems and identify design deficiencies.
- Experience working directly with OEMs/vendors during remediation projects.
- Strong onsite troubleshooting and stakeholder communication skills.
- Ignition experience is highly desirable, though not essential.
- Experience supporting commissioning/startup activities.
- Familiarity with MES or SCADA integration.
- Previous remediation or recovery project experience.
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