Sr. Automation Engineer

About the role

Alcon is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to design, implement, and support manufacturing automation solutions that improve equipment throughput, quality, safety, and reliability. The role works closely with project managers, production supervisors, and cross‑functional teams to deliver capital projects and process improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop user and design requirements, select vendors, and design automation equipment in‑house.
• Manage installation, safety compliance, and validation of automated systems against CGMPs and performance specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, providing technical support beyond routine expertise.
• Identify and implement automation improvements from investigations, CAPA assignments, and production feedback.
• Coordinate equipment availability to minimize production impact and plan project windows.
• Prepare cost estimates, justify capital expenditures, and manage budgets up to $2 M.
• Lead engineering and technical aspects of multiple capital projects simultaneously.

Required profile

• Proven experience in manufacturing automation within a regulated environment.
• Ability to work independently or with a project manager on complex projects.
• Strong communication skills to interact with production teams and convey equipment status.
• Flexibility to adapt work assignments, hours, or shifts as needed.

Required skills

• PLC programming
• HMI development
• SCADA system configuration
• Inspection system integration
• Equipment and process control
• System troubleshooting
• Capital project management
• Budget management