Automation Engineer 3

Summary:

This position supports the development and improvement of various commercial manufacturing and supporting control systems. This position will maintain existing control systems and will assist in the planning and execution of automation/controls projects from concept to final closeout in support of site objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Ensure business continuity through appropriate maintenance of control systems and software by assisting the automation technical lead(s) in supporting commercial manufacturing.
2. Troubleshoot and diagnose complex control system problems with lead engineers(s), working closely with Metrology, Facilities, MS&T, and other teams.
3. Provide on-call support for commercial manufacturing on a rotating basis with other team members.
4. Assist lead engineer(s) on medium to large process control system/equipment improvements, expansions, and upgrade projects to meet site objectives.
5. Provide moderate technical assistance to site operating groups through investigations, control system risk assessments, and design support.
6. Apply cGMP principles within the workplace. Incorporate cGMP and regulatory compliance into all assigned project scopes, design, and construction activities.
7. Work closely with IT infrastructure and support groups as a cross-functional team member to meet automation project objectives.
8. Assist in preparation and execution of the validation qualification protocols related to automation software and control systems.
9. Provide technical and non-technical feedback to validation personnel for the successful qualification of systems.
10. Update, develop, and maintain user requirement specifications, functional specifications, design specifications, and operation and maintenance procedures for new and existing control systems.
11. Contribute to quality event (QE) investigations and corrections.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no direct reports.

Interaction:
The incumbent works closely with all functional areas and directly with the commercial manufacturing team.

Education and Experience:
* Bachelors degree in Electrical/Controls or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE or BSME) preferred
* Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with process controls equipment including PLCs and SCADA systems required
* Minimum 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical environment including cGMP and GAMP5 required
* Siemens Apogee BMS or AVEVA System Platform experience preferred.
* Cross-functional team experience, including technical and non-technical work required

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Hands-on experience with BMS control panels, PPCL or similar programming, Siemens Desigo, Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, Rockwell HMI and programming software, AVEVA (Wonderware) System Platform, and various types of server-based software
* Possesses a moderate to high level of technical expertise of process control systems, facility equipment and systems that support manufacturing production, process instrumentation, PID control loops, HVAC controls, and related electrical and electronic equipment
* This position requires a moderate to high degree of analytical skills and knowledge of automation engineering solutions to improve processes and integrate new equipment to meet company and project objectives
* Ability to perform automation engineering tasks and implementations under limited supervision
* Ability to organize and present technical topics and project overviews
* Maintains up-to-date technical knowledge and skillsets. Shows initiative by developing new methodologies or technologies for process control systems
* The position will require up to 15% travel for equipment and software FATs, system evaluations, conferences, and technical training

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, move between spaces, reach with hands and arms and stoop. Close vision and the need to focus on computer screen, use of hands, fingers, and wrist to type on keyboard and manipulate mouse. Will need to lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment:
* Typical office setting with a laboratory, offices, and cubicles.
* Manufacturing clean rooms and gowning.
* Equipment/utility areas.

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Disability Coverage
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility and Maternity Assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

The base pay range for this role is $85,000 per year to $117,000 per year. The range is what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. The range considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: geographic markets, business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and certifications.

EEO Statement: Pacira is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. At Pacira we are committed to intentionally cultivating a culture of inclusion where all feel welcomed and valued for their background, perspectives, and experiences. We hold one another accountable to promote trust and transparency in support of our communities and collective purpose.
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