Automation Technician

Job title: Automation Technician Location: Swiftwater, PA Overtime, holidays, and weekends as per business needs Overview Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life‑changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. We deliver healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as an Automation Technician – Vaccine within our Automation Team, will have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people. We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Main Responsibilities This position will be responsible to provide support of all automated process control systems used in licensed manufacturing (including dedicated clean utilities) of the building that the Automation Site Support Manager has been assigned to. The position will be the Automation Site Support interface with Operations personnel, QA Compliance, Information Systems, Engineering, Maintenance and the site wide Automation Support technicians. The Automation technician must exhibit strong customer service and in-depth technical knowledge of process control systems and equipment used in biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing and utility systems. This position will support the highly complex automated systems installed in the new and existing manufacturing facilities, security and its support systems. Expected results from this position would include hands‑on support of automated system in manufacturing, troubleshooting of automated process equipment and process systems, aiding in the investigation of process deviations and providing expertise for process evaluation. The position will provide improved response time to failures in manufacturing and implement site automation standard procedures and Global Engineering Practices. Qualifications GED or high school diploma. Associate degree in a technical area is preferred. Minimum of 5 years in automation and electro‑mechanical engineering background and experience. Proven experience with the following automation service activities: Understand Piping/Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID). Read, troubleshoot and repair hard‑wired control systems using schematic and wiring diagrams. Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting; make logical repair decisions. Work safely with electricity ranging from 120VAC–480VAC; knowledgeable with pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam control systems. Capable of troubleshooting, online and offline programming and configuring PLC ladder logic and HMI/SCADA database and screens. Capable of troubleshooting and configuring automation network systems. Knowledgeable of field instrumentation including transmitters, actuators and signal converters. Knowledgeable of IT/IS systems and equipment, NEC classifications and NEMA ratings. Comfortable with the use of hand tools and measuring equipment; able to use and navigate Windows software. Hands‑on programming and configuration of PLC and SCADA such as Rockwell: PLCs, Panelview OTIs; Emerson: DeltaV; Siemens: Simatic; Schneider Electric; and network protocols Ethernet TCP/IP, OPC, Allen Bradley DH+/DH485, and DNET. Familiar with local and federal code requirements such as FDA CFR, NFPA/NEC, OSHA, DEP, EPA and industry standards & guidelines including ISA, ISPE, GAMP5. Familiar with process and utility equipment such as fermentation, purification, clean steam generators, WFI, Clean/ Sterilize In Place systems (CIP/SIP), Building HVAC controls, and water/wastewater treatment systems. Benefits Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. Health and well‑being benefits include high‑quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental leave. Equal Opportunity Employment Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital, domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status or liability for military status, domestic violence victim status, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr