AbbVie

Manufacturing Software / Control Engineer

AbbVie$80K — $110K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related discipline; Master's degree preferred with no experience required.
  • 2 years of relevant experience required; strong preference for manufacturing/device experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and Rockwell Automation software is essential.
  • Experience programming/troubleshooting robotics platforms (Epson), vision systems (Cognex/Keyence) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Data Historian systems such as OSIsoft PI is beneficial.
  • Experience with commissioning and qualification activities is a desirable asset.
  • Proficiency in ladder logic programming and HMI graphics development is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop control configurations or programming as per design documents and functional requirements.
  • Provide technical support to Project Engineers and staff for automation-related issues.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot Control System hardware, software, and networking problems.
  • Execute site OT systems upgrades and data migrations, including PLCs and SCADA.
  • Prepare qualification protocols and technical documentation for OT Systems validation activities.
  • Conduct regular administration and maintenance tasks on OT Systems, including OS updates and data backup.
  • Evaluate control system for improvement opportunities and monitor equipment performance reliability.
  • Support production operations during off-peak hours, requiring potential overtime or weekend work.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave).
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered to eligible employees.
  • 401(k) plan available to eligible employees.
  • Participation in short-term incentive programs.
Full Job Description
• As Software / Control Engineer, you are responsible for basic configuration and programming per AbbVie's change management procedures for the manufacturing process, utilities and facilities control systems. This position performs system troubleshooting during and outside business hours as necessary. Responsible for the maintenance of assigned site operations technologies (OT) systems per applicable departmental procedures. Responsibilities • Develop basic control configuration or programming in accordance with the design documents to meet the functional requirements. • Provide first line technical support to Project Engineers, Maintenance, Production and Technical Operation personnel in automation related problems as need arises. Provides training for OT Systems users in automation technologies and process control applications. • Diagnose and troubleshooting Control System hardware, software, and networking issues, replace defective components as needed. • Perform site OT systems (PLC's, SCADA, and Data Historian) upgrades and data migrations activities. • Develop and execute qualification protocols plus associated technical documentation like System's Functional and\or Design Specifications following OT Systems lifecycle validation activities. • Perform scheduled OT Systems administration and maintenance tasks such as operating systems (OS) and anti-virus updates, users accounts managements, critical data back-up and others. • Evaluate and provide input and recommendations regarding control system improvements. Establish monitoring and reporting project techniques to support equipment performance reliability. • Provide production support during off-peak hours. This might require working overtime, overnight or on weekends. • Conform to EHS management system requirements and compliance obligations, promote continuous improvement, and consider EHS aspects during the design and change process. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of (two) 2 years of relevant experience. Master's degree in computer science, engineering or related discipline, no experienced is required. • Manufacturing/device experience strongly preferred. • Hands-on experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLC's and Rockwell Automation software required. Experience programming and troubleshooting 3-axis robotics platforms (Epson), vision systems (Cognex/Keyence), OPC UA Communications protocol (utilizing Kepware), and the Inductive Automation Ignition platform are desirable. • Knowledge of Data Historian systems such as OSIsoft PI is a plus • Experience with commissioning and qualification activities, desirable • Hands-on experience programming in ladder logic and instructional texts. HMI graphics development is a plus. Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time ofthis posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of anybonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's soleand absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$288.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.6 billion
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+17%
Revenue
$45.8 billion
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