Avid Solutions

System integrator delivering manufacturing automation solutions

Lead Automation Engineer - Pharma / Life Sciences

Process EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMorrisville, NC, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A BS degree in Engineering is required.
At least 7–10+ years of overall experience in process control and automation is required.
At least 3+ years of pharmaceutical industry or operating-facility experience is required.
Experience in consulting and/or system integration is required.
Experience with Rockwell human-machine interface and programmable logic controller systems is required.
A solid background in engineering, preferably electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering, is required.
Experience with technical management of projects is required.
Experience with client service management is desirable.
Some experience supporting peer development through mentoring and coaching is required.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute complex process control system integration projects.
Review software and documentation.
Review and lead the execution of test plans.
Review and prepare project proposals for clients.
Lead design discussions and decisions.
Interface with customers during technical discussions.
Lead the entire project lifecycle from initial proposal through design, implementation, qualification, and cost of ownership.
Manage project-team resources and assign tasks.
Track delegated tasks for team members.
Coordinate with the project manager regarding project schedule, task status, and resource usage.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of Rockwell batch systems.
Experience with human-machine interface systems such as iFix or Wonderware.
Experience with programmable logic controllers such as Rockwell or Allen-Bradley.
Experience with distributed control systems such as DeltaV.

Job Description

Our Lead Process Control and Automation Engineer works on developing and executing complex process control system integration projects.

On a typical day you will:

Review software and documentation
Review and lead the execution of test plans
Review and prepare project proposals for clients
Lead design discussions and decisions
Interface with customers during technical discussions
Lead the entire lifecycle of the project from initial proposal, design, implementation, qualification, and cost of ownership
Be responsible for the resource management of the project team and task assignment
Track delegated tasks to the members of the team
Coordinate with the Project manager for project schedule, task status, and resource usage.

Our employees are uniquely qualified, and we know that you are as well. We are looking for someone with a solid background in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical preferred) and at least 7 or more years of overall technical experience in automation with at least three years in a Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry. Strong experience with technical management of projects. Experience with client service management is a plus. Some experience supporting peer development through mentoring and coaching activities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

BS Degree in Engineering
A controls/automation engineer, with aminimum 7-10+ years of overall experience in Process Control / Automation
A minimum of 3+ years of pharmaceutical industry/operating facility experience is a MUST
Experience in consulting and / or system integration
Experience with Rockwell HMI and PLC is a MUST
Knowledge of Rockwell batch would be a plus
Experience with HMI (iFix, Wonderware) OR PLC (Rockwell/Allen Bradley) OR DCS (DeltaV) is a plus

This is a full-time position. We offer our Consultants a base salary, an incentive program and a full benefit package. Generous relocation assistance is also provided for this role. We are also sponsoring TN visas for this position.

You could learn more about Avid Solutions on www.avid.run. If you’d like to be considered for this position, please apply now on our website and become a part of our team!

Additional Information

Please apply on our website:

http://www.avid.run

About the Company

Avid Solutions

System integrator delivering manufacturing automation solutions

Avid Solutions helps manufacturers run smarter operations by acting as a system integrator that connects plant electronics, software, and processes into a single digital platform. It designs and deploys control and automation solutions through a team of process control professionals who understand technology, industry standards, and plant operations. Their approach aims to reduce risk, maximize asset utilization, and lower operation and support costs by delivering integrated systems and ongoing support. Compared with competitors, Avid Solutions emphasizes a results-driven, low-impedance digital enablement model and an empowered, high-performance workforce to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. The company’s goal is to optimize and transform manufacturing operations for improved efficiency and profitability.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $350K
Headquarters: Winston-Salem, NC
Founded: 1987

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