Lead Controls Engineer, Operational Technology

Lead Controls Engineer, Operational Technology

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) is the first publicly‑traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. Founded in 1996, we have six FDA‑approved therapies that treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH‑ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer.

Our near‑term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). We are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers, with the goal of eliminating transplant waiting lists and curing end‑stage organ diseases.

• Provide expert knowledge, guidance, and leadership in the design, implementation, and support of complex distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation systems, and environmental monitoring systems in a regulated, validated environment.
• Lead and mentor the Operational Technology Automation team.
• Participate in and lead projects as a subject‑matter expert for upgrades and new implementations.
• Support distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation, and environmental monitoring across the enterprise.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and field devices under strict change control.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on systems and equipment.
• Conduct network, database, and code troubleshooting and revisions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and validation teams on system configuration, network architecture, software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequence of operations.
• Review automation system specifications, programming standards, and implementation plans.
• Verify that standards are met and that GAMP/cGxP procedures and testing are followed.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or information technology.
• Minimum eight (8) years of automation experience, including PLC programming, connectivity, industrial networking, and platforms such as Schneider Eco Struxure, Wonderware Archestra, and Elpro Environmental Monitoring.
• Prior experience working in an FDA‑regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience on construction projects.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple demands, prioritize tasks, and manage resource procurement and utilization.
• Superior database maintenance and development experience.
• Computer hardware and software validation and change‑control experience.
• PLC programming and connectivity expertise.
• Industrial networking proficiency.
• Expertise with Schneider Eco Struxure, AVEVA (WW) Archestra, and JCI Metasys.
• Demonstrated ability to work in small, fast‑paced project teams, under pressure, and adhere to deadlines.

• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience.
• Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) certification.

United Therapeutics requires this candidate to be on‑site in our Durham, NC location 100% of the time.

Eligible employees may participate in the company’s comprehensive benefit suite, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; employee wellness resources; savings plans (401(k) and ESPP); paid time off and paid parental leave; disability benefits; and more. For additional information on company benefits, please visit our benefits page.

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.