Automation Engineer

  • Glatt Air Techniques Inc.
  • Work experience
  • Production, manufacturing
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We are a leading world supplier of integrated processing solutions for customers in the area of pharmaceuticals, food processing, feeds and fine chemicals. Our products and services stand for reliability and quality worldwide. About 3,000 employees work for Glatt at more than 15 companies and offices all over the world. For our site in Ramsey, NJ (USA) we have an immediate opening for a
 

AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Essential Job Function:

Design, program, and maintain GMP-compliant automated systems to ensure efficient, accurate, and validated drug manufacturing processes. Support system integration, troubleshooting, and data integrity while ensuring all automation activities meet regulatory and quality requirements. Work as an integral part of a project team. Confined space entry training is required for potential entry into confined spaces within Glatt supplied equipment. Overnight travel (approx. 10%) to customer sites to perform commissioning, customer training, validation support, warrantee support, and service support for Glatt equipment and control systems.

Qualifications and Skills:

·        Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering Technology.

·        Must have three (3) years of experience in control system design and programming. 

·        Must possess a valid driver’s license. 

·        Must be able to develop (not modify), test, and commission Allen Bradley PLC (ControlLogix and/or PLC-5) control system applications using RSLogix.  Recent experience is a must.  Higher level skills that are required include analog data handling, data exchanges, recipe handling, etc.

·        Must be able to develop (not modify), test, and commission SCADA (Wonderware and/or GE iFix) control system applications.  Recent experience is a must.  Higher level skills that are required include scripting, security configuration, recipe configuration, database interfacing, report configuration, etc.

·        Must be able to specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation.  This would include field mounted and panel mounted instruments.

·        Must be able to read, understand, and develop control system design documents.  This would include Functional Specifications, User’s Manual, and engineering reports.

·        Must be able to review and approve control system design drawings for accuracy and conformance to Glatt standards.  This would include P&ID, control system schematics, panel layout drawings and interconnect drawings.

·        Must be aware of cGMP’s procedures and practices and the implication on control system development and modifications.

·        Must be able to set up, configure, and test computers with various hardware and software features that are included in Glatt’s control system design.

·        Must have good troubleshooting skills. 

·        Must be able to build customer relationships and be committed to providing our customers with the best service in the industry. 

·        Must be proficient at handling multiple assignments.

·        Prior experience in validation is preferred.  

Responsibilities:

·        Develops and customizes PLC application code using Rockwell RSLogix software for ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and PLC-5 series controllers/PLCs.

·        Develops and customizes SCADA application code using WonderWare and/or GE iFix SCADA software. 

·        Develops and configures PC based relational databases, SQL data transfer, and database reporting tools.

·        Sets up, configures, and tests computers with various hardware and software features that are included in Glatt’s control system design.

·        Integrates thin client and virtualization technology/hardware.

·        Reviews and approves control system design drawings.  This includes diagrams/drawings (P&ID, control system schematics, panel layout drawings and interconnect drawings).  Provides technical support to the CAD group when appropriate.

·        Develops control system design specifications. This includes Functional Specifications, User’s Manual, Sequence of Operations, Detailed Design Specifications, etc.

·        Develops proficiency in the understanding and application of Process Automation departmental standards (software, hardware, documentation, etc.). These standards are to be followed in development of Glatt control systems.

·        Develops and executes software test protocols.  

·        Develops and customizes simulation code for use during software testing.

·        Specifies and purchases control system hardware and instrumentation.

·        Interfaces with the Glatt equipment manufacturing companies and internal departments to obtain a complete understanding of the Glatt equipment and control system scope of supply, project schedule, customer specifications, and project budget. 

·        Develops the control system in accordance with the project schedule and budget.  

·        Effectively communicates project delays, scope changes, customer relationship issues, technical deficiencies, etc. to the Glatt project team and to Glatt management.

·        Provides commissioning services, customer training, validation support, warrantee support, and service support for Glatt equipment and control systems.

·        Prepares documents of field visits in a timely and professional manner.  This includes commissioning reports, field service reports, daily labor logs, invoices, and expense reports.

·        Remains current with emerging industry standards and products.  Keeps abreast of latest trends in software, instrumentation, and control system hardware.  

·        Develops, maintains, and enhances positive interpersonal relationships with staff members of the Glatt Group worldwide.

·        Ensures Glatt and RDG customers receive high quality automation solutions and support.

·        Provides support to Glatt’s Sales Department.  This support includes pre-sales support and visits, supplying technical information, reviewing bid specifications, and/or preparing quotations and pricing information.

·        Inspects, tests, and releases Glatt control panels that are manufactured by outside vendors.

·        Provides emergency support to our customers who are experiencing problems with their Glatt equipment and/or control systems.

·        Develops an understanding of the typical operation of Glatt process equipment.

·        Other tasks as assigned by Management. 

 

Salary range: $90,000-$120,000