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The Principal Controls Engineer will provide expert knowledge, guidance, and leadership in the design, implementation, and support of complex distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation systems, and environmental monitoring systems including Schneider EcoStruxure, AVEVA (WW) Archestra, Delta V, and Elpro in a regulated, validated environment.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the Operational Technology Automation team
- Participate in and lead projects as a subject matter expert in automation systems for upgrades and/or new implementations. Provide expert support of distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation systems, and environmental monitoring systems.
- Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs and field devices under strict change control. Perform preventative maintenance procedures on systems and/or equipment as required. Perform network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting, and code troubleshooting and revisions.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and validation teams on system configuration, network architecture, software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequence of operations
- Review automation system specifications, programming standards and implementation plans. Verify standards are met; ensure GAMP/cGxP procedures and testing are followed.
- All other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
- Education and Experience Requirements:
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and 14+ years of automation experience including PLC programming and connectivity, Industrial Networking and Schneider EcoStruxure, Wonderware Archestra, Delta V, and Elpro Environmental Monitoring, OR
- Associate degree in information technology or engineering, and 12+ years of automation experience including PLC programming and connectivity, Industrial Networking and Schneider EcoStruxure, Wonderware Archestra, Delta V, and Elpro Environmental Monitoring, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology or engineering, and 10+ years of automation experience including PLC programming and connectivity, Industrial Networking and Schneider EcoStruxure, Wonderware Archestra, Delta V, and Elpro Environmental Monitoring
- Prior experience working in an FDA regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Prior experience working on construction projects
- Organizational skills including, but not limited to, the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently, and the ability to effectively manage resource procurement and utilization
- Superior database maintenance / development experience
- Computer hardware / software validation and change control experience
- PLC programming and connectivity
- Industrial Networking
- Schneider EcoStruxure, AVEVA (WW) Archestra, and Delta V
- Experience working in small, fast paced project teams; ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of supervisory experience
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI
Job Location
United Therapeutics requires this role to be 100% on-site at our Durham, NC office.
Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
