Automation Engineer

Job Description BioTechnique is a sterile injectable full service CDMO providing cytotoxic and therapeutic sterile injectable fill-finish services.  From IND applications through commercial scale production, we provide formulation and compounding, fill-finish, and lyophilization services for a wide variety of liquid injectables. BioTechnique utilizes our team’s expertise to create a process design for our clients products that best suits their needs.   The Experience With operations spanning the globe and featuring a multi-cultural team, BioTechnique is passionate about bringing the best and brightest together in an effort to form something truly special. When you make the decision to join our team, you will be offered the ability to feel inspired in your career, explore your professional passions, and work alongside a group of people who will value and nurture your talents. We are firm believers in coaching and developing the next generation of industry leaders and influencers. As such, you will not only be offered a compensation and benefits structure that rewards you, but also be provided with the tools that will help you grow and learn. At BioTechnique, it’s about more than just a job—it’s about your career and your future. Your Role We are hiring an experienced Automation Engineer. This is a remote position based in the Philippines with occasional travel to our facility in York, PA. The Automation Engineer will play a crucial role in the success of our pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and operations, responsible for implementing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated equipment, instruments, and systems. Successful candidates should have a strong background with Siemens automation systems and software. Design, develop, and implement automation solutions and control systems for required manufacturing equipment and instrumentation. Equipment includes but is not limited to facilities/utilities (compressed air systems, water systems, building automation systems, etc.) manufacturing lines and equipment, autoclaves, lyophilizers, CIP skids, QC instrumentation, etc. Responsible for detailed design specifications of automated systems. Support and execute the commissioning of new automated systems. Support the startup of equipment and controllers. (PLCs, HMIs, etc.) Create and and maintain SCADA systems.  Develop and configure PLC programs. Integrate and troubleshoot various automation hardware components as needed. Support variable frequency drives (VFD) programming and troubleshooting.   Integrate new equipment and processes into existing automated systems as needed. Collaborate closely with cross-functional departments and teams to coordinate tasks and objectives, to ensure equipment is successfully up and running. This includes collaborating with remote team members for integration activities and objectives. Conduct rigorous testing, simulation, and validation of automation systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Effectively troubleshoot and configure control systems. Make informed modifications to control systems and software for improvement.  Implement PLC Ladder Logic modifications to better serve production needs.  Perform regular maintenance and upgrades on automation systems to ensure optimal performance. Identify and resolve potential issues and risks, implementing opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements. Proactively identify and suggest upgrades for various systems as needed.  Maintain accurate documentation of automation systems, change controls, and maintenance activities. Ensure all documentation is stored and maintained in document management system. Maintain Historical database, Factory Talk PI Historian, and local historical solutions.  Assist calibration technicians in the calibration/maintenance of automated control systems and associated devices.  Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards Additional responsibilities as required. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience in automation engineering within the pharmaceutical industry. Must have experience with Siemens automation systems and software. Experience with Allen Brandley systems is a plus. Proven experience configuring controller systems, PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA, etc. Proven success understanding requirements/specifications to develop control systems independently. Strong technical/mechanical background, having been hands on with various pharmaceutical equipment and instruments. Strong understanding of industry regulations and compliance (cGMP, FDA, ISO, etc.) Proven project coordination/management capabilities in order to successfully drive project deliverables and risk assessment.   Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement BioTechnique is committed to is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees, interns, and applicants for employment. Consistent with this commitment, our policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning employment discrimination. Accordingly, the Company prohibits discrimination against qualified employees, interns and applicants in all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: recruitment, interviewing, hiring (or failure or refusal to hire), evaluation, compensation, promotion, job assignment, transfer, demotion, training, leaves of absence, layoff, benefits, use of facilities, working conditions, termination and employer-sponsored activities and programs,  including wellness, social and recreational programs. Employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant’s, employee’s, or intern’s actual or perceived: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. #LI-FF1 Requirements Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience in automation engineering within the pharmaceutical industry. Must have experience with Siemens automation systems and software. Experience with Allen Brandley systems is a plus. Proven experience configuring controller systems, PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA, etc. Proven success understanding requirements/specifications to develop control systems independently. Strong technical/mechanical background, having been hands on with various pharmaceutical equipment and instruments. Strong understanding of industry regulations and compliance (cGMP, FDA, ISO, etc.) Proven project coordination/management capabilities in order to successfully drive project deliverables and risk assessment. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement BioTechnique is committed to is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees, interns, and applicants for employment. Consistent with this commitment, our policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning employment discrimination. Accordingly, the Company prohibits discrimination against qualified employees, interns and applicants in all aspects of employment including, but not limited to: recruitment, interviewing, hiring (or failure or refusal to hire), evaluation, compensation, promotion, job assignment, transfer, demotion, training, leaves of absence, layoff, benefits, use of facilities, working conditions, termination and employer-sponsored activities and programs, including wellness, social and recreational programs. Employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant’s, employee’s, or intern’s actual or perceived: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. #LI-FF1