Automation Engineer

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R0023873
** At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
**** As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets.*
* ** At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
**** At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
**** Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
**** Your Role:
Automation Engineer
** The Automation Engineer identifies, recommends, implements, and supports automation-based solutions that address business needs. As part of the process team, the automation engineer is responsible for ensuring the integration of the manufacturing process train equipment is robust and follows industry standard architecture. You will be providing support for various automation projects in any of the following focus areas: automation control logic, batch control, human interface design, automation data collection and visualization.
** Your Responsibilities:
*** Implement technology-based solutions to support site objectives and to ensure compliance with regulations and continuously improve the manufacturing processes through automation to enhance robustness and reliability.
* Investigate GMP non-conformances and provide solutions to correct system issues.
* Troubleshoot and repair problems with automated control systems associated with process equipment or facility utilities.
* Ensure systems maintain compliance with relevant local and corporate quality, engineering, and computer systems policies and procedures.
* Assist with researching, creating, reviewing, and approving validation deliverables and documentation as necessary.
** What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
*** BS in Engineering or AS with 2 years of relevant work experience.
* Exceptional learning agility and desire to immerse in a highly technical job.
* Proven experience with PLCs and HMIs.
** What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):
*** Previous manufacturing experience with industrial control systems including workstation and server platforms.
* Experience with in a regulated industry.
* Working knowledge of Rockwell PLCs and HMIs
* Experience with ICONICS HMI/SCADA application.
* Working knowledge of capital projects as automation engineer.
** Additional Information:
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* Location:

Fort Dodge, Iowa
* 8-hour shift (s flexible work schedule is possible). Work hours may need to be adjusted as determined by the manufacturing process.
* Work is usually performed Monday through Friday, however, one may be called in on weekends or evenings if a process/project need occurs.
* Studies have shown under recognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
*** Elanco Benefits and Perks:
** We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
* Multiple relocation packages
* Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
* 8-week parental leave
* 9 Employee Resource Groups
* Annual bonus offering
* Up to 6% 401K matching

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