Process Automation Engineer (2nd Shift)

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not make it to the hands of patients without our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on a team of dedicated and agile members who understand the importance and impact of their role in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and always look to improve outcomes. You will help to ensure that patients and physicians have the medicines they need when they need them. What You Will Achieve In this role, you will provide engineering and automation support related to the installation, commissioning, testing and qualification, operation and maintenance of process and automated equipment and systems within a biopharmaceutical clinical manufacturing facility. This may include production equipment such as single-use bioreactors, ultrafiltration skids, chromatography skids, other support equipment and DeltaV DCS automation systems. How You Will Achieve It Contribute to the completion of complex projects by managing time effectively to meet targets and organizing work to meet deadlines. Support the operation and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and control systems used in the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals Provide support on automation systems for production and ancillary equipment collaborating with cross-functional teams. Provide on the floor operational support as needed Support qualification of new equipment, upgrades to existing equipment/systems as needed Support the maintenance department as needed Provide equipment process & maintenance history review Support investigations, change controls and audits as needed Provide second shift coverage Qualifications Must-Have Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with any years of experience, or an Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience Some experience with any DCS, Emerson DeltaV, Allen-Bradley PLC, and OSI PI products Experience in a biotechnology manufacturing or laboratory environment Ability to execute against Standard Operating Procedures and document entries in a compliant manner Demonstrated capability to work as a team member in a matrix development team Strong analytical and computer skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to maintain a safe work environment Nice-to-Have Prior experience in a Biological Pilot Plant or Commercial Manufacturing setting Familiar with automation networks such as Ethernet, DH+, Control Net and relational database such as SQL or Oracle Experience with facility/equipment commissioning and qualification Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to sit, stand, bend, and walk to access equipment in a clean room environment Ability to solve complex problems Ability to locate information and utilize available organizational knowledge to develop innovative solutions NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Minimal travel for equipment FAT support and projects. Ability to manage work on second shift. Ability to work in a clean room environment Work Location Assignment: On Premise The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. 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