Automation Engineer III - Compounding/CIP/SIP/Utility Distribution
Listed on 2026-10-08
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Engineering
Validation Engineer, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Pharma Engineer
Automation Engineer III specializing in pharmaceutical manufacturing systems, focusing on compounding, CIP, SIP, and utility distribution automation. Primary objective s involve maintaining, troubleshooting, optimizing, and supporting the lifecycle of automation hardware and software to ensure GMP compliance, process reliability, and operational efficiency in biopharma manufacturing.
Responsibilities:Leading automation activities for capital projects, supporting validation, change controls, and regulatory compliance, and partnering across Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve complex issues.
Requirements:Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science, or related; minimum 5 years of GMP pharma/biopharma experience or 9 years industry equivalent; hands‑on experience with DCS platforms (preferably DeltaV), PLC, SCADA/HMI, and data historian tools such as OSI PI; knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, process instrumentation, and control architecture.
Preferred skills:Strong communication, collaboration, and experience supporting GMP manufacturing operations.
High Value:Focus on pharmaceutical manufacturing, GMP compliance, automation validation, DeltaV DCS, utility and process control systems, and cross‑functional collaboration within a regulated environment.
Work setup:Onsite in Durham, NC with no relocation assistance.
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