Spclst , Manufacturing Automation

** Job Description*
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* Position Summary:

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* The Building Automation Systems (BAS) lead is responsible for the site-wide operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of BAS infrastructure, supporting GMP manufacturing, laboratories, utilities, and critical facilities. This role provides technical leadership and hands-on expertise in building automation systems, including configuration, programming, and system lifecycle management, while supporting a team of required resources. The BAS lead ensures reliable, compliant, and secure facility automation, enabling safe, efficient, and compliant site operations aligned with our Company's engineering, quality, and sustainability objectives.

** Key Responsibilities*
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** Operations & Reliability:*
* + Own the day-to-day performance and reliability of site BAS, including systems supporting:

+ HVAC

+ Clean rooms

+ Utilities (WFI, PW, compressed gases)

+ Environmental monitoring support

+ Serve as the site technical lead for Siemens Desigo CC, including system architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting.

+ Lead root cause investigations and resolution of BAS deviations, alarms, and system issues, minimizing impact to GMP operations.

+ Establish clear technical standards, expectations, and performance goals for BAS support activities.

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** Technology Integration & Reliability*
* + Perform and/or oversee hands-on configuration and programming of Siemens Desigo CC systems, including:

+ Point configuration

+ Graphics development

+ Alarm management

+ Control logic modifications

+ Review and approve BAS design changes, logic updates, and system expansions.

+ Ensure all BAS changes follow approved change control, validation, and cybersecurity processes.

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** Compliance, Validation & Quality*
* + Ensure BAS systems remain audit-ready, compliant with GMP, data integrity, and site quality requirements.

+ Support validation activities including:

+ User Requirements

+ Functional Specifications

+ Testing (IQ/OQ)

+ System releases and changes

+ Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations to resolve deviations, CAPAs, and inspections related to BAS.

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** Lifecycle, Strategy & Continuous Improvement*
* + Develop and execute BAS lifecycle management plans, including upgrades, obsolescence management, and system standardization.

+ Drive continuous improvement in:

+ Energy efficiency

+ Alarm rationalization

+ System performance and availability

+ Collaborate with site and global engineering teams to align BAS implementations with our Company's standards and best practices.

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** Vendor & Stakeholder Management*
* + Manage BAS vendors and system integrators, ensuring delivery meets contractual, technical, and quality expectations.

+ Act as the primary BAS interface for facilities, manufacturing, labs, EHS, and IT/OT cybersecurity teams.

+ Provide clear communication to site leadership on BAS risks, priorities, and performance.

** Qualifications*
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** Education

Minimum Requirements ** :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or Automation) or equivalent experience.

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** Preferred

Skills & Experience:

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* + 5+ years of experience supporting Building Automation Systems in regulated or industrial environments.

+ Hands-on experience with Siemens Desigo CC, including:

+ System configuration

+ Control logic programming

+ Graphics and alarms

+ Strong understanding of HVAC systems, cleanroom controls, and critical utility automation.

+ Experience working in GMP-regulated facilities (pharma, biotech, medical devices, or equivalent).

+ Proven experience with change control, validation, and compliance for facility automation systems.

+ Working knowledge of IT/OT integration, networks, and cybersecurity considerations for BAS.

+ Familiarity with:

+ Alarm management and rationalization

+ Energy management and sustainability initiatives

+ In‑depth understanding of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for regulated systems, including requirements, design/configuration, testing, validation, release/change control, and maintenance.

+ Working knowledge of IT/OT standards, cybersecurity, and infrastructure considerations for BAS architecture

+ Experience managing system integrators and…