Senior Automation Engineer: 25-00208

Job Description

Job Description

SENIOR AUTOMATION ENGINEER


Location; Bedford, MA


JOB DESCRIPTION


The Controls / Automation Engineer will support the design, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing maintenance of building and equipment automation systems within a GMP manufacturing environment. This role provides technical support, resolves operational issues, and identifies continuous improvement opportunities across automation platforms and instrumentation systems.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical expertise for building and equipment automation systems, including troubleshooting and system support.
• Interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and equipment specifications to define automation strategies.
• Develop solutions to process, building, and network challenges associated with automated systems.
• Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, and QC to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Serve as subject matter expert for site automation systems.
• Program, configure, and integrate equipment into OT Networks, Client, and QMS systems.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation including equipment specifications and test protocols.
• Support development of engineering standards, practices, and procedures.
• Participate in investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
• Support automation and instrumentation requirements for manufacturing and laboratory operations.
• Maintain required training and compliance with GMP standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing support environment, systems integration, or automation engineering.
• Hands-on experience with PLC and DCS platforms such as Ignition, Allen Bradley, Siemens, and DeltaV.
• Experience with data and alarm systems such as PI, Win-911, and InfoBatch.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (Client); Delta Controls preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory analytical instruments such as balances, pH/DO meters, cell counters, and filter integrity testers.
• Understanding of instrumentation, electrical standards, and wiring practices.
• Knowledge of network architecture including firewall, switching, and virtualized environments.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC, and BACnet.
• Experience applying GMP, data integrity, FDA Part 11, and Annex 11 requirements in automation system qualification.
• Ability to manage full automation lifecycle for controls components.
• Experience supporting bioprocessing systems for drug manufacturing preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform stooping, bending, and kneeling tasks.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a controlled environment requiring gowning and personal protective equipment.
• May require respirator use with prior medical clearance.
• Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments including cold rooms.

Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.

Company Description

Platinum Resource Group is a professional level consulting firm, providing resources to Fortune 1000 client companies in the areas of technology, human resources, accounting, finance, business systems and supply chain, on a contract and interim basis. PRG has operations in Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As a W-2 employer we offer our consultants direct deposit bi-weekly payroll, health, dental, vision benefits, and referral bonuses.