Process Control Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Control Systems Engineer II provides hands‑on engineering support for process control systems, automation projects, and site operations at the Richmond facility. This role executes and supports PLC‑based control systems, SCADA platforms, HMIs, variable frequency drives, and industrial electrical systems while ensuring compliance with cGMP and applicable regulatory requirements. The position supports capital and non‑capital automation projects, provides troubleshooting and technical support to operations, and assists in maintaining systems in a verified state.

The Control Systems Engineer II works independently on assigned tasks while collaborating closely with Engineering, Operations, IT, and external vendors.

• Support execution of process control system projects for manufacturing and facilities operations
• Assist with defining project scope, schedules, vendor selection, equipment specification, verification activities, and project close‑out
• Specify, configure, program, and test control systems including PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, drives, PC‑based control systems, and BMS
• Provide limited support for facility electrical systems as related to automation projects

• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and technical support for PLC‑controlled equipment and SCADA systems supporting site operations
• Diagnose issues related to drives, HMIs, electrical control panels, industrial networks, and instrumentation
• Serve as a technical resource to Operations and Maintenance, providing recommendations for system improvements and reliability

• Support maintenance of control systems in a validated and verified state consistent with 21 CFR Part 11 and Fareva Richmond’s verification lifecycle
• Assist with system documentation, backups, archiving, and data integrity activities in coordination with IT and Technical Services
• Support system recovery activities, vendor coordination, and minor system upgrades or modifications

• Support site change management activities for control system changes, including documentation and verification requirements
• Assist in development and adherence to site standards for process control systems and instrumentation
• Participate in control‑related reviews, audits, and verification activities

• Follow and promote site safety procedures and cGMP requirements
• Incorporate safety and regulatory compliance into all assigned work and projects
• Complete all required technical, safety, and compliance training

Internal:
Engineering, Facilities, Operations, Maintenance, IT, Technical Services, Verification Engineering, Quality, EH&S, and site leadership. External:
System integrators, equipment vendors, automation consultants, and contractors as required to support projects and system maintenance.

Supports capital and non‑capital automation projects through scope definition, cost input, and technical execution. Does not have primary budget ownership.

This position does not have direct reports. The Control Systems Engineer II works with moderate supervision and may coordinate or direct contractors or vendors during system installation, troubleshooting, upgrades, and commissioning activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline required
• 5–10 years of experience in control systems and automation engineering within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with regulated or cGMP manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience supporting PLC‑based control systems, electrical panels, and industrial automation equipment required

• Extensive hands‑on experience with PLCs and SCADA systems
• Strong working knowledge of HMIs, variable frequency drives, servos, and industrial electrical systems
• Experience with industrial networking and system troubleshooting
• Familiarity with Part 11 requirements and verification…