Systems Automation Co-op

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The Automation Co-op will support the Automation and Operational Technology (OT) team at the J&J Innovative Medicine Raritan manufacturing site. This position provides hands‑on exposure to automation systems, process control technologies, industrial data platforms, and digital manufacturing solutions used to support pharmaceutical production.

The co-op will work alongside Automation Engineers and Manufacturing teams to help improve automation reliability, enhance data visibility, and support projects involving manufacturing equipment, process control systems, and industrial integrations.

Build practical experience in manufacturing automation, industrial data systems, process controls, and operational technology while contributing to projects that improve manufacturing reliability, efficiency, and innovation.

• Support day-to-day activities related to manufacturing automation systems i.e. Delta-V and OSI-Pi.
• Assist with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution efforts.
• Help maintain automation documentation and equipment inventories.
• Participate in system upgrades and enhancement activities.

• Support automation engineers during equipment onboarding and integration projects.
• Assist with automation design reviews and technical assessments.
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities for automation solutions.
• Help document system configurations and operating procedures.

• Support data collection, visualization, and reporting initiatives.
• Assist with historian, OT network, and manufacturing data integration activities.
• Help improve visibility of operational data through analytics and dashboards.
• Participate in projects involving OT/IT connectivity and digital manufacturing technologies.

• Support qualification, testing, and validation activities for automation systems.
• Assist with execution and documentation of test protocols.
• Learn GMP requirements related to automation systems.
• Participate in risk assessments, change controls, and quality-related activities.

• Analyze automation performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and reduction of manual processes.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT.
• Present project outcomes and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering,…