Automation Engineer

Automation EngineerWest Point, PA, United StatesAbout the Job Automation EngineerIndustry: Automation & ValidationPosition: Automation EngineerLocation: West Point-PADuration: 1 year ContractDescription:Day-to-Day:Perform automation and instrumentation and control engineering design services for existing facility projects, including upgrades and capacity expansions, equipment upgrading and replacement.Produce and review design drawings and specification documents (URS, FS, DS, etc.).Generate, execute, and review design testing, generate and participate in functional specification testing, and perform field inspection services.Generate, execute, and review Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification protocols.Generate, review, and approve GMP Lifecycle Documents (e.g., risk documents, trace matrices, periodic review, etc.)Execute and track progress of change records.Must Haves:8-10 years' experience validation and programming experience with Werum MES software and DeltaV.Experience with Biopharmaceutical manufacturing, design or/and construction.Knowledge of process, utility and building control systems.Knowledge of GMP guidelines, experience in generation of controlled documents.Qualification experience related to control and computer systems.Ability to generate engineering drawings and specifications.Knowledge of ISA standards and practices for instrumentation.Knowledge of PID control theories and techniques.Knowledge of programmable logic controllers, and associated programming languages (RS Logix Preferred).Practical knowledge of distributed control systems, and associated programming languages ***Strong DeltaV Coding***Plusses:Knowledge of computer aided manufacturing automation.Demonstrate good organizational and time utilization skills.Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to comply with cGMP requirements (gowning, documentation, and procedures) for performing work within the manufacturing facility.Demonstrate strong working knowledge of PC based programs and web-based systems.Ability to work most of the time independently with minimal direct supervision.