Senior Automation Engineering

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Job Description Responsible for moderate to complex configuration and programming of Operation Technology (OT) Systems as per AbbVie change management procedures for the manufacturing process, utilities and Facilities Control Systems. This role is responsible for leading small to medium-sized automation projects to assure project is implemented as per project schedule. Responsibilities Develops moderate to complex control configuration or programming in accordance with the design documents to meet the functional requirements.

Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Automation Applications and Process Control systems.

Provides process controls inputs and recommendations regarding manufacturing operation continuance issues and process improvements.

Performs and reviews configuration and programming using defined practices to establish compliance with users and functional requirements.

Evaluates and implements new innovation tools for OT Systems administration and maintenance tasks such as operating systems (OS) and anti-virus updates, users accounts managements, critical data back-up and others.

Establishes project management techniques in monitoring, reporting, and controlling automation projects according to size and criticality (small to medium projects). This role will support Capital projects when automation expertise is required.

Coordinates and develops schedule with supply chain and operations to perform or support maintenance works and other changes to systems in production during off-peak hours. This might require working overtime, overnight or on weekends. Provides training for OT Systems Users/Engineers in new automation technologies and process control applications.

Diagnoses and troubleshoots OT System hardware, software, and networking issues, replace defective components as needed. Responsible for implementing and validating OT systems upgrades and data migrations for DCS, PLC’s, SCADA, and Data Historian systems. Complies with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience required. Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience required.

Working experience administering and/or configuring of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) such as Emerson DeltaV, Foxboro I/A, is required.

Working experience with SCADA and PLCs (such as Allen-Bradley ControlLogix), programming in ladder logic and instructional texts. Experience with commissioning and qualification activities, including computerized systems validation. Experience administering and/or configuring a data historian system such as OSIsoft PI is a plus.

Solid understanding of pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing processes, including operational best practices and regulatory expectations.

Industry experience exposure to FDA, GMP, 21CFR11, Data Integrity, Safety and Environmental legislation.

Experience designing and implementing Windows Server Operating Systems and related components including Active Directory, NTFS Setup and Security, User Administration, TCP/IP with DHCP, WINS and DNS would be a plus.

Preferred Qualifications Working experience with Ignition MES

Equipment integration

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

This job is eligible toparticipatein our short-term incentiveprograms.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.