Sr Engineer, Automation or Specialist, Automation - 2nd Shift - Boehringer Ingelheim
St. Joseph, MO
About the Job
Description
The Sr Engineer, Automation will provide expert knowledge with the Allen Bradley troubleshooting skills in Rockwell platform in the PLCs, AVEVA system platform, HMI and AB panel view. Proficient in troubleshooting varies automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PLC, understand the automation integration principal in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage. You will have working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and AVEVA System platform (Wonderware), process integrations with MES machine integration. Collaborate with engineers, maintenance tech, manufacturing personnel, support of the production process equipment work methods, troubleshooting techniques and continuous improvement implementation. You will demonstrate proficiency with various technologies and equipment types including the upstream and downstream of the Antigen fermentation processes, CIP/SIP, WFI, Filling and Lyophilization process automation. Provide hands-on technical troubleshooting as well as perform training in the efficient setup and operation of utility equipment including all aspects of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical system such as drive, instruments, controls, servos, robots, vision, conveying manipulating and production handling equipment. Enter maintenance work orders into the Facilities Maintenance system as required and ensure that equipment repairs and enhancements are implemented as soon as possible.
The Specialist, Automation is an entry level position for a new college graduate. You will learn how to support and troubleshoot the production process in an Allen Bradley, Rockwell PLCs, AVEVA system, HMI and AB panel platform. You will become proficient in troubleshooting various automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and understands the automation integration principals in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. You will also become proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
The Sr Engineer, Automation position offers a base salary typically between $75,000 to $95,000 and the Specialist, Automation position offers a base salary typically between $55,000 to $75,000 both roles are eligible for full company sponsored health and wellness benefits. These role are also eligible for a role specific variable or performance-based bonus and shift differential. For an overview of our benefits please click here. (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/us/careers/benefits-rewards)
Duties & Responsibilities
+ Allen Bradley troubleshooting skills in Rockwell platform in the PLCs, AVEVA system platform, HMI and AB panel view. Proficient in troubleshooting varies automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PLC, understand the automation integration principal in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage.
+ Troubleshoot and implement corrective action where equipment experiences performance issues. Provide off shift and weekend support calls as necessary.
+ Identify, determine and seek approvals within guidelines for equipment upgrades to enhance performance and reliability.
+ Supports training of production operators and supervisors on best operational practices of electro-mechanical Packaging and Labeling equipment.
+ Assists and supports Packaging Engineering projects involving electro-mechanical applications relative to all facets of design, scope, performance parameters, testing and implementation.
+ Performs additional duties as assigned by management, to support operations.
+ Utilizes CMMS per SOP to assure proper documentation of work.
+ Keeps current on new technologies impacting self-knowledge and the equipment.
+ Comply with regulatory requirements relative to the EU, FDA, USDA, APHIS, OSHA as well as local and state requirements of our business.
+ Ensures particular attention to cGMP requirements for modification of production equipment.
+ Follows Company policy and SOP's relative to all aspects of this position including financial, environmental health and safety, training etc.
Requirements
SR Engineer, Automation Requirements:
In addition to HS degree/GED, a minimum of 7 years experience in troubleshooting various automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC); executing automation integration principals and cascading automation controls for operations equipment; and troubleshooting electrical prints in PLC panel in low and high voltage. Experience must be inclusive of working in a cGMP organization or similar environment.
With relevant bachelor's degree, a minimum of 3 years experience as described above. With relevant associate degree, a minimum of 5 years as described above.
Specialist, Automation Requirements:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college.
+ Zero to three years (0-3) or more of relevant working experience in automation process control (Manufacturing and Packaging).
Additional requirements include:
+ Working knowledge of the packaging process equipment, instrumentation, and/or computerized systems typically applied to biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes is preferred.
+ Detail-oriented, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
+ Ability to be flexible and manage change.
+ Ability to communicate and collaborate with technical and management staff.
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
+ Strong analytical skills to identify potential improvement opportunities, and drive to opportunities to realization.
Eligibility Requirements :
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
+ Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
+ Must be 18 years of age or older.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.
The Sr Engineer, Automation will provide expert knowledge with the Allen Bradley troubleshooting skills in Rockwell platform in the PLCs, AVEVA system platform, HMI and AB panel view. Proficient in troubleshooting varies automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PLC, understand the automation integration principal in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage. You will have working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and AVEVA System platform (Wonderware), process integrations with MES machine integration. Collaborate with engineers, maintenance tech, manufacturing personnel, support of the production process equipment work methods, troubleshooting techniques and continuous improvement implementation. You will demonstrate proficiency with various technologies and equipment types including the upstream and downstream of the Antigen fermentation processes, CIP/SIP, WFI, Filling and Lyophilization process automation. Provide hands-on technical troubleshooting as well as perform training in the efficient setup and operation of utility equipment including all aspects of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical system such as drive, instruments, controls, servos, robots, vision, conveying manipulating and production handling equipment. Enter maintenance work orders into the Facilities Maintenance system as required and ensure that equipment repairs and enhancements are implemented as soon as possible.
The Specialist, Automation is an entry level position for a new college graduate. You will learn how to support and troubleshoot the production process in an Allen Bradley, Rockwell PLCs, AVEVA system, HMI and AB panel platform. You will become proficient in troubleshooting various automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), and understands the automation integration principals in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. You will also become proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage.
As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.
The Sr Engineer, Automation position offers a base salary typically between $75,000 to $95,000 and the Specialist, Automation position offers a base salary typically between $55,000 to $75,000 both roles are eligible for full company sponsored health and wellness benefits. These role are also eligible for a role specific variable or performance-based bonus and shift differential. For an overview of our benefits please click here. (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/us/careers/benefits-rewards)
Duties & Responsibilities
+ Allen Bradley troubleshooting skills in Rockwell platform in the PLCs, AVEVA system platform, HMI and AB panel view. Proficient in troubleshooting varies automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, PLC, understand the automation integration principal in automation cascade controls between the DCS platform to the packaging equipment end devices. Proficient in electrical troubleshooting with electrical prints in PLC control panel in low and high voltage.
+ Troubleshoot and implement corrective action where equipment experiences performance issues. Provide off shift and weekend support calls as necessary.
+ Identify, determine and seek approvals within guidelines for equipment upgrades to enhance performance and reliability.
+ Supports training of production operators and supervisors on best operational practices of electro-mechanical Packaging and Labeling equipment.
+ Assists and supports Packaging Engineering projects involving electro-mechanical applications relative to all facets of design, scope, performance parameters, testing and implementation.
+ Performs additional duties as assigned by management, to support operations.
+ Utilizes CMMS per SOP to assure proper documentation of work.
+ Keeps current on new technologies impacting self-knowledge and the equipment.
+ Comply with regulatory requirements relative to the EU, FDA, USDA, APHIS, OSHA as well as local and state requirements of our business.
+ Ensures particular attention to cGMP requirements for modification of production equipment.
+ Follows Company policy and SOP's relative to all aspects of this position including financial, environmental health and safety, training etc.
Requirements
SR Engineer, Automation Requirements:
In addition to HS degree/GED, a minimum of 7 years experience in troubleshooting various automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC); executing automation integration principals and cascading automation controls for operations equipment; and troubleshooting electrical prints in PLC panel in low and high voltage. Experience must be inclusive of working in a cGMP organization or similar environment.
With relevant bachelor's degree, a minimum of 3 years experience as described above. With relevant associate degree, a minimum of 5 years as described above.
Specialist, Automation Requirements:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college.
+ Zero to three years (0-3) or more of relevant working experience in automation process control (Manufacturing and Packaging).
Additional requirements include:
+ Working knowledge of the packaging process equipment, instrumentation, and/or computerized systems typically applied to biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes is preferred.
+ Detail-oriented, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
+ Ability to be flexible and manage change.
+ Ability to communicate and collaborate with technical and management staff.
+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
+ Strong analytical skills to identify potential improvement opportunities, and drive to opportunities to realization.
Eligibility Requirements :
+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
+ Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
+ Must be 18 years of age or older.
#LI-AP1
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.
Source : Boehringer Ingelheim
