Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
3+ years of automation or controls engineering experience.
Hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems.
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments like pharmaceuticals or biotechnology.
Understanding of PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and control systems.
Familiarity with GMP requirements and documentation practices.
Strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.
Responsibilities
Support configuration and maintenance of Emerson DeltaV control systems.
Assist with automation engineering for manufacturing equipment and processes.
Participate in system modifications, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
Conduct FAT, SAT, loop checks, and functional testing.
Develop and maintain automation documentation and technical records.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and quality.
Investigate and resolve automation-related issues.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a regulated life sciences environment.
Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaboration with diverse teams across engineering and operations.
Hands-on experience with advanced automation technologies.
Potential for career growth in a specialized field.
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
JC Automation is seeking an Intermediate Automation Engineer with Emerson DeltaV experience to support a life sciences manufacturing site in Walkersville, Maryland. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting automation systems in a regulated manufacturing environment and will assist with system configuration, troubleshooting, testing, commissioning, and continuous improvement activities.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Controls, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
Approximately 3 or more years of relevant automation or controls engineering experience.
Hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV.
Experience with industrial automation systems in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or another regulated manufacturing environment.
Understanding of PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, instrumentation, and control systems.
Experience supporting commissioning, startup, FAT, or SAT activities.
Familiarity with GMP requirements and documentation practices.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work onsite in Walkersville, Maryland.
Preferred
Experience supporting DeltaV systems in pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing.
Experience with automation system upgrades, migrations, or expansion projects.
Familiarity with validation and computerized system documentation in a GMP environment.
Experience with process instrumentation and control-loop troubleshooting.
Knowledge of ISA, GAMP, or related automation and validation standards.
SKILLS
Technical Skills
Support configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of Emerson DeltaV control systems.
Support automation engineering activities for manufacturing equipment and process systems.
Assist with system modifications, upgrades, commissioning, and startup activities.
Participate in FAT, SAT, loop checks, functional testing, and field troubleshooting.
Support development and maintenance of automation documentation, including system configurations, control narratives, test documentation, and related technical records.
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, quality, and validation teams.
Support investigation and resolution of automation-related issues.
Ensure work is performed in accordance with GMP, site procedures, quality requirements, and applicable engineering standards.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to automation system performance and reliability.
Soft Skills
Logical, systematic problem-solving
Ability to manage multiple priorities based on business needs
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration
Availability and flexibility to support a 24/7 operation
