Automation Engineer

Job Description

Senior Automation Engineer

Overview

A growing organization is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer with a strong background in IT-integrated automation systems. This role focuses on troubleshooting, system design, validation, and supporting complex manufacturing and process environments.
The ideal candidate will have experience across automation, validation, and IT systems, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Engineering

Design, implement, and configure automation systems including PLC, HMI, and vision systems
Modify and maintain control logic for moderately complex to advanced systems
Troubleshoot automation and IT-centric systems to detect and resolve issues
Support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated processing, filling, inspection, and packaging equipment

Validation & Compliance

Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory standards, and quality requirements
Author, review, and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation documentation
Run test scripts and document results against specifications
Contribute to validation protocols and execute testing activities
Maintain accurate and detailed validation and qualification records
Support development of validation master plans and periodic reviews
Perform impact and risk assessments

Change Management

Support and manage change control processes, including:
Authoring proposed changes
Conducting impact assessments and regression analysis
Supporting documentation and release activities

Operations & Support

Provide 24/7 support for automation systems as required
Perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operations
Analyze process issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Collaboration & Project Execution

Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and IT teams
Lead or contribute to small project teams and manage assigned deliverables
Communicate technical issues clearly and drive alignment across teams
Support cybersecurity initiatives across site and network teams
Ensure adherence to project schedules and milestones

Requirements

3-5 years of industrial automation experience
Experience with SQL database creation and management
Understanding of domain authentication and IT system integration
Experience working with IT teams on system implementations and upgrades
Ability to perform software installations, updates, and server upgrades
Familiarity with Citrix environments
Strong knowledge of GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Ability to read, interpret, and modify control system logic and documentation
Experience generating User Requirement Specifications (URS)
Ability to make minor PLC and HMI modifications
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Location Requirement: Onsite role in Indianapolis, IN

Key Skills

Strong analytical and technical problem-solving ability
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Desired Skills and Experience

Senior Automation Engineer
Overview
A growing organization is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer with a strong background in IT-integrated automation systems. This role focuses on troubleshooting, system design, validation, and supporting complex manufacturing and process environments.
The ideal candidate will have experience across automation, validation, and IT systems, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities
Automation & Engineering

Design, implement, and configure automation systems including PLC, HMI, and vision systems
Modify and maintain control logic for moderately complex to advanced systems
Troubleshoot automation and IT-centric systems to detect and resolve issues
Support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated processing, filling, inspection, and packaging equipment

Validation & Compliance

Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory standards, and quality requirements
Author, review, and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation documentation
Run test scripts and document results against specifications
Contribute to validation protocols and execute testing activities
Maintain accurate and detailed validation and qualification records
Support development of validation master plans and periodic reviews
Perform impact and risk assessments

Change Management

Support and manage change control processes, including:

Authoring proposed changes
Conducting impact assessments and regression analysis
Supporting documentation and release activities

Operations & Support

Provide 24/7 support for automation systems as required
Perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operations
Analyze process issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Collaboration & Project Execution

Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and IT teams
Lead or contribute to small project teams and manage assigned deliverables
Communicate technical issues clearly and drive alignment across teams
Support cybersecurity initiatives across site and network teams
Ensure adherence to project schedules and milestones

Requirements

3-5 years of industrial automation experience
Experience with SQL database creation and management
Understanding of domain authentication and IT system integration
Experience working with IT teams on system implementations and upgrades
Ability to perform software installations, updates, and server upgrades
Familiarity with Citrix environments
Strong knowledge of GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Ability to read, interpret, and modify control system logic and documentation
Experience generating User Requirement Specifications (URS)
Ability to make minor PLC and HMI modifications
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Location Requirement: Onsite role in Indianapolis, IN

Key Skills

Strong analytical and technical problem-solving ability
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills