Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Control Systems Software Engineer

Location: North America (mostly Indiana)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Pay: $40–45/hr + OT after 45 hours
Travel: ~30% domestic

Overview

We are seeking a Control Systems Software Engineer to provide programming and commissioning support for equipment across North America. This role focuses on software aspects including Siemens & Rockwell PLC/HMI, PCs, and controls software.

Bonus: Pharma experience and knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Project Support

• Develop software per project specifications

• Participate in SAT, IQ/OQ, and PQ for new installations

• Support Radiopharma, Pharma, and Cell & Gene Therapy (ATMP) projects

• Draft and maintain project documentation

• Monitor project objectives and team performance

• Contribute to network architecture and component selection

• Conduct testing, FAT, and on-site commissioning

Project & Quality Management

• Verify job-critical issues and project timelines

• Solve technical problems and request resources as needed

• Ensure product compliance with internal and international standards

• Assist colleagues in documentation and regulatory compliance

• Other duties as assigned

Health, Safety & Environment

• Follow all HSE procedures

• Use proper PPE and report unsafe conditions

• Participate in HSE training and incident investigations

Projects You’ll Work On

Radiopharma

• Shielded hot cells, automation systems, synthesis/dispensing modules

• LAF shielded isolators, sterilization systems

Pharma

• Aseptic filling of liquid/powder APIs

• Potent API processing isolators (PAPI)

• Automated combination product filling systems

Cell & Gene Therapy (ATMP)

• Modular cell culture isolators (MCCI)

• FlexyCult™ incubation systems, ValueCell Fill systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary in Automation, Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics

• 3+ years in controls engineering software

• PLC knowledge: Siemens (TIA Portal, Step7), Rockwell, B&R

• SCADA/HMI: Siemens WinCC, Movicon, Rockwell, B&R

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and certification processes

• Strong teamwork, time management, and project coordination

• Self-driven, detail-oriented, process-focused

• Fluent in English; Italian is a plus

• Proficient with Outlook, Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Able to travel domestically & internationally within 30 days of hire

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, push/pull, reach overhead, bend

• Normal vision and hearing for office/computer work

• Exposure to noise/physical hazards at customer sites