Sr. Automation Eng. BAS​/PLC lead

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Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering;
Job Sub Function: Automation Engineering;
Job Category: Scientific/Technology.

All Job Posting Locations: Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America.

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The GET (Global Engineering & Technology) organization operates as one integrated team in the delivery of Engineering, Maintenance and Execution Systems solutions. We operate in a standard, coordinated and consistent manner in support of the current and future requirements of our Manufacturing and Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) and in partnership with key internal/external networks.

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The selected candidate will lead the delivery, support, and maintenance of site Building Automation System (BAS) and Utility Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems, including project execution, upgrades, system performance, vendor management, production and development systems, library standards and network infrastructure. After the go‑live, this position will conduct the planning, design, scheduling, and control of automation projects to support new product development and base business.

• Site primary contact for BAS and Utility PLC global standards supports and delivery.
• Delivery and execution of the Site BAS and utility PLC Projects and strategies.
• BAS and Utility PLC Technical Owner and SME for the site.
• Establishes methods for developing and gaining insight into system architecture to distill it into concrete design.
• Assists in establishing and implementing automation requirements and is responsible for the scheduling, resource management, maintenance, and operational support.
• Delivers technical reports, technical papers, and other documents.
• Assists in the management of existing equipment and control systems in assigned areas and helps determine reliability and need for updates.
• Conducts most complex assessments to determine regulatory compliance and any necessary improvements for regulation conformity.
• Establishes automation, deliverables timelines and ensures adherence to expected deadlines.
• Coaches more junior colleagues in techniques, processes, and responsibilities.

Education: A Bachelor Degree in Engineering and/or an Associate Degree with at least 8 years of experience in automation systems; required.

Experience And Skills –

Required:

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in automation systems.
• Strong BAS (preferably Honeywell BMS) and Siemens PLC experience.
• In‑depth technical knowledge of BAS both hardware and software components.
• Experience with in a pharmaceutical or GMP‑regulated manufacturing environment.
• Project Management experience.
• Good understanding of BAS system architecture and software design.
• Hands‑on experience in managing automation…