GMP Automation Engineer — PLC & Ignition Expert

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision‑making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

• Provide automation system support and troubleshooting in a GMP environment
• Lead or support integration of new automation systems and devices
• Perform system maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements
• Contribute to SDLC processes, including documentation and SOP development
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure system reliability and compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation
• Strong experience with Ignition platforms
• Solid understanding of IT/OT integration
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming
• Experience working within GMP‑regulated environments
• Proven ability in system and device integration
• Familiarity with PI Historian preferred
• Experience with DeltaV/Unicorn systems preferred

For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job‑related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Verista is an equal opportunity employer.

National (US) Range: $65,000 USD - $113,521 USD

• High growth potential and fast‑paced organization with a people‑focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance‑based incentive programs
• Company‑paid Life, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

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