Automation Project Engineer

Job Description

Join a growing team with this exciting opportunity for a Automation Project Engineer at our Boulder and Frederick, Colorado GMP facilities. Work at the forefront of the growing oligonucleotide (DNA-RNA) based therapeutics industry at our dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing sites. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems. Your primary responsibility will be to drive automation projects that expand capacity, improve operational efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance in close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Validation, and IT, to ensure the successful execution of automation projects that meet the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Project lead with subject matter expertise of manufacturing process control systems including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, distributed PLCs, Building Automation System (BAS), and specialized packaged pharma/bioprocessing equipment.
• Lead and contribute to automation projects from conception to completion, adhering to project timelines and budgets. Develop detailed project plans, including scope, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation. Resolve and continually improve methods and approaches to find and optimize solutions.
• Lead external and internal resources to meet project goals.
• Ensure that solutions align with Agilent standards and procedures and are 21 CFR Part 11 data integrity compliant.
• Create and retain control system life cycle design specifications and lead project related change controls.
• Support validation activities including review and execution of automation Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, and Installation and Operational Qualification protocols.
• Uphold a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices and adherence to all safety guidelines and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or equivalent; may consider equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience.
• 4+ years combined controls experience with diverse assignments and increased breadth and complexity.
• Previous experience in GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Project management experience with pren application of fundamentals.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation products. GE Proficy iFix SCADA, Ignition by Inductive Automation, and thin client architecture with ThinManager.
• Familiarity with server and network architecture.

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Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.

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Pay Range

$89,600.00-$140,125.00

The salary range for this position may differ based on your actual work location.

Eligible for Company Car

No

Benefits in Brief

Travel Required

Occasional

Schedule

Schedule:Full time

Shift

Day

Duration

No End Date

Job Function

Manufacturing