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Lead Automation Engineer
Pharmaceuticals jobs, East Anglia, UK
| Job ref: | J011200/VM |
|---|---|
| Position type | Permanent |
| Location | East Anglia |
| Industry | Pharmaceuticals |
Vacancy details
A fantastic new employment opportunity has arisen for a world leading Biotechnology organisation for a Lead Automation Engineer. The organisation has a mission to improve the lives of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases, they are committed to developing and delivering highly effective therapies and diagnostic products. The main purpose of the role will be responsible for supporting and developing elements of the Manufacturing Automation systems in use at site in line with current best practice. Provision of control and instrumentation expertise in support of projects on the site
Key Responsibilities
- Work within standards and operational policies/procedures for the Automation group/systems on site
- Develop Automation policies and Standard Operating Procedures as required
- Ensure all work executed is carried out in compliance with current legislation and policy
- Support the existing Automation systems to ensure that production targets (volumes, compliance, OEE etc) are met
- Identify, develop and implement approved automation changes to support Manufacturing operations
- Support the implementation of the site Automation Strategy
- Keep up to date on current trends and technologies and ensure the appropriate solutions are utilised to maximise business benefits
- Participate in various Automation capital projects (in line with the Automation Strategy) to deliver on plan and budget
Scope/Impact
- Work is not supervised directly but reviewed against agreed plans and results. Once aim is established will proceed under own direction. Plays a key or lead role in project teams.
- Recognised as a key technical resource within own function and sometimes outside. Will run several smaller projects or take part in larger ones.
- Effective input will result in their segment of a project being delivered on time and to cost.
Relationships
- This role will chiefly support the MTS, Manufacturing, Capital Projects, Maintenance and IT groups on site.
Qualifications
- Automation/Process Engineering qualification (Degree/HNC) or equivalent
- A demonstrable track record of delivering excellent results and projects in the Pharmaceutical Industry or similar heavily regulated manufacturing environment.
- Experience of design, installation and project management of Automation systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS etc).
- Experience of operation and support of installed Automation Systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS etc).
- Working knowledge of cGMP and GAMP.
- Experience of Rockwell/Allen Bradley FactoryTalk and ControlLogix / CompactLogix PLCs
- Field Instrumentation experience (configuring, troubleshooting, etc)
- Electrical drive experience (e.g. setting up of VSD’s)
This is a tremendous opening that has recently been re-scoped with responsibilities
increased and the remuneration package to match. If you would like further information
please apply now for further information.
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