Automation Engineer Job Description

Automation Engineer Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Automation Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and program robotics;
• Create manufacturing documentation including electrical schematics;
• Attend and facilitate meetings and events, as required;
• Implementation of configuration and software changes to Batch Control system;
• Must have good verbal/written communication skills;
• Ability to organize and present technical and project management overviews without assistance;
• Develop and implement cost savings projects which will provide optimal performance of existing plant automated control systems;
• Knowledge of various programs such as Visual Basic, RSLogix, Intellution, iFIX, OSI PI, data visualization system, etc;
• Provide technical support to requirements discovery and design;
• Works with Agile teams to understand end-to-end system functionality;
• Be exposed to noisy environments;
• Work closely with maintenance department to improve machine reliability/reduce downtime;
• Updates existing systems as required;
• When necessary, participate in classes and training seminars to learn new technologies and techniques deemed helpful to performance on the job;
• Assists the maintenance department with troubleshooting production equipment.

Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies and skills;
• Proficiency with Microsoft products and the desire to learn additional software applications as required;
• Familiarity working in a cGMP environment to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures;
• Used continuous integration environments like TeamCity, Jenkins, Hudson;
• Passport required for travel;
• Highly detailed;
• Strong CAD skills;
• Flexibility to adapt and keep up with the latest technologies;
• Excellent manual dexterity;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Familiarity with FDA cGMP and FDA regulations relating to biologic and drug products;
• Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic power;
• Experience with build automation support tools such as Jenkins or Nexus;
• Knowledge and/or experience in the design and selection of fixturing and tooling for complex parts.