Automation Technologist

This is where
your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

This is where your expertise helps people.

You’ll provide essential hands‑on technical support to our engineering and manufacturing teams, ensuring equipment runs reliably and improvement projects are executed effectively. This role is a key contributor to day‑to‑day operations and supports higher level engineering functions by implementing solutions, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining critical systems.

• Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing improvements to enhance reliability and performance.
• Diagnose and repair automation systems, including PLCs, servos, robotics, HMIs and related control components under the guidance of Process/Controls Engineers and Maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems associated with automated and conventional manufacturing equipment.
• Manage medium to large scope technical projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and aligned with engineering direction.
• Provide engineering support within project teams, contributing to process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Assist in installing, validating, and implementing equipment modifications, ensuring compliance with documentation and regulatory expectations.
• Investigate equipment or process issues, analyze root causes, and recommend practical improvements.
• Perform hardware and software updates, maintaining accurate functional specifications and adhering to change control requirements.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for new and existing electrical control systems.
• Prepare standard operating procedures for new and existing mechanical systems and equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively, supporting multi‑functional teams to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Apply strong project management skills to coordinate tasks, track progress, and ensure successful execution of assigned work.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience as an engineering technologist or in a related technical role.
• Ability to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility.
• Management, or equivalent technical field; relevant certifications considered.
• Project management capability, with experience coordinating technical tasks and supporting engineering initiatives.
• Familiarity with TQM, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies (preferred).
• Experience with CAD or 3D design tools (preferred).

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $72,000 – $99,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position.

We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.