Automation Engineer I, II, Sr. Automation Engineer I/II - SFF

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Location: Clayton NC

This position will report through the Maintenance and Engineering organization at the Grifols site in Clayton, NC.  The position will support the Engineering team for the plasma Sterilized Filling Facility (SFF).  Initial responsibilities will be for start-up and commissioning of PLC based equipment with DeltaV interface.  Examples of equipment packages include Autoclaves, Chromatography, Ultra-filtration, Aseptic Filling, Vial Assembly, Staubli robots, WFI Stills, Clean Steam Generators and others.  Position will also become system administrator for process DeltaV.  Position will be responsible for approving Functional Requirement Specification documents and Software Design Descriptions.  As the project transitions to commercial operation, this position will remain with the building and take on automation support for GMP systems as part of the Maintenance and Engineering organization.

This position level will be determined by the successful candidate’s education, experience and specific knowledge.

Automation Engineer I

The Automation Engineer I is an entry level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, this person provides automation support for projects or within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects.  The Automation Engineer I can also integrate into a project team.  The incumbent is knowledgeable in Automation with the capability to learn specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing.  He/she supports meeting customer needs and business goals. In addition, he/she will collaborate with other automation engineers.

Automation Engineer II

The Automation Engineer II is a junior level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, this person provides automation support for projects or within a specific area or provide validation support for automation projects.  The Automation Engineer II will also integrate into supporting a large-scale project.  He/she is recognized as proficient in their field such as specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing.  He/she meets customer needs in support of business goals. In addition, the incumbent will collaborate with other automation engineers.

Primary responsibilities:

• Project Support - Work within a project team, teamwork, schedule adherence, execution, start-up, commissioning, owner interaction, qualifications
• Provide support in designated area/field.  Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities Areas.
• Communication - Will be responsible for providing excellent communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.  
• Use/demonstrate problem solving skills to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
• Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
• Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.
• After hours support may be required.
• Additional duties as assigned/required

Sr. Automation Engineer I 

The Senior Automation Engineer I is a senior level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, he/she may be a stand-alone contributor who can lead small scale automation projects, provide automation support within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects.  The incumbent can also integrate into supporting a large-scale project.  He/she is recognized as proficient in their field such as specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing.  The Senior Automation Engineer I meets customer needs in support of business goals. In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers. 

Primary responsibilities:

• Project Management - Proficient at leading small-scale projects, budget, planning, scheduling, logistics, procurement, communication, bid oversight, construction management, routine updates, qualifications.
• Project Support - Work within a project team, teamwork, schedule adherence, execution, start-up, commissioning, owner interaction, qualifications
• Provide support in designated area/field.  Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities Areas.
• May support development of standards and provide expertise to management.
• Communication - Will be responsible for providing excellent communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.  
• Use/demonstrate problem solving skills to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
• Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
• Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.
• After hours support may be required.
• Additional duties as assigned/required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

System Technical Skills 

Level II, Sr Level I (Proficient Level) Sr Level II, Principal (Expert Level):  Emerson DeltaV DCS - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration;  Allen Bradley PLC/HMI - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; Wonderware SCADA - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration;  Schneider BAS - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration;  Optel Serialization/Vision Systems -  Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration;  Instrumentation - Design, Specifying, Troubleshooting; System Documentation - Drawings, FRS, SDD, URS, SOPs;  Qualification / Validation - DeltaV, PLC's, Optel Vision systems, Serialization, Packaging Equipment;  Wincc7.4 SCADA Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; Siemens Automation Platform ,PLC/HMI/ Servo Drive - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting;  iFIX SCADA, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration;  PLC/PC Based Electrical Control Panel Design;  Kuka and Staubli Robots  Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; and Industrial Network, IO link , Smart IO. 

Process Technical Skills 

Level II, Sr Level I (Proficient Level) Sr Level II, Principal (Expert Level):  GxP Understanding - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation;  Utilities - WFI, CSG, Steam, HVAC, Chillers, Air, Chemical Tank Farm, Water, WWTP, Alcohol/Ethanol;  Manufacturing - Fractionation, Purification, CIP, UF, Process, Chromatography;  Sterile Filling - Filling, Autoclave, Sterilization Tunnels, Freeze Drying, Pasteurizer, Glass Washer;  Packaging - Serialization, Packaging Equipment, Optics;  Continual Improvement - Optimize and implement process improvements;  Operational support - Provide support for process issues; and, Troubleshooting issues with operational areas and systems.

Requirements by level:

Engineer I Level:

• Master’s Degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 0 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation or
• Bachelor’s degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 2 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation.

Engineer II Level:

• Master’s Degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 1 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation or
• Bachelor’s degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 3 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation.

Sr. Engineer I Level:

• Master’s Degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 3 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation or
• Bachelor’s degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 5 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation.

Work is performed in an office and a laboratory/manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.   Exposed to occasional extreme cold below 32* and high levels of noise in production areas. Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Frequently sits for 4-6 hours per day. May stand; bends and twists neck and waist for 2-4 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Occasionally walks. Frequent foot movements.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Performs tasks by following a set of written or oral instructions/procedures.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton 

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