Automation Engineer III - BMS/PLC/OEM

About the role

Novartis is looking for an Automation Engineer III focused on BMS, PLC and OEM systems, based onsite in Durham, NC. You will help keep critical manufacturing systems running while supporting the production of medicines, working with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams to maintain reliable, compliant and efficient operations. Relocation support is not offered.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and optimize BMS, PLC, OEM and other manufacturing automation systems.
• Support design, configuration, installation and lifecycle management of automation hardware and software.
• Integrate OEM and third-party equipment with site DCS, BMS and manufacturing systems.
• Lead automation activities for capital projects, upgrades and system enhancements.
• Develop URS, FS, DDS, HDS and SDS documentation for automation solutions.
• Execute and support change controls, validation activities and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve complex production issues and provide on-call and operational support for GMP operations.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and keep procedures, SOPs and records aligned with FDA and GMP requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical GMP manufacturing, or 9 years of equivalent industry experience.
• Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting and maintaining DCS platforms, preferably DeltaV.
• Experience supporting PLC, BMS and SCADA/HMI systems in a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of automation validation, change controls and FDA 21 CFR Part 11.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols, instrumentation and control system architecture.

Required skills

• DCS platforms, preferably DeltaV
• PLC, BMS and SCADA/HMI systems
• Data historian technologies, preferably OSI PI
• Industrial communication protocols and control system architecture

What we offer

• Expected salary range of $98,700 to $183,300 per year, depending on skills and experience.
• Performance-based cash incentive and possible eligibility for annual equity awards.
• Health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match.
• Vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.