Project Automation Area Lead

Validation and Engineering Group, Inc

$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 8 years in Automation within the Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Extensive experience on large Pharmaceutical Automation projects
  • 5+ years using DeltaV Batch DCS
  • Proficient with Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • Strong knowledge of GMPs and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Own the technical aspects of an automation area in a project
  • Define S88 software structures for the designated area
  • Draft and finalize function design specifications
  • Collaborate with system integrators for specifications completion
  • Participate in control strategy and P&ID reviews
  • Work with project teams to meet deadlines and budgets
  • Identify risks and analyze technical challenges within the area

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility in location
  • Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration
  • Engagement with a purpose-driven team
  • Support in achieving meaningful work in healthcare and technology
Full Job Description
  • Project Automation Area Lead

This is a hybrid opportunity and can be based anywhere in the United States, but will require travel to Indiana a minimum of 1 week a month based on project needs.

Purpose of the Role:

The Automation Area Lead will be responsible the control system solution for an area within a project ensuring the solution is aligned with the overall program automation philosophy, standards and user requirements. The area lead will work in conjunction with the other members of the Project Team, including the Automation Project Manager, Automation Technical Lead, Automation Area Leads, Process Engineers, Tech Services/Manufacturing Science Representatives, Quality Engineers, and Operations.

Role Responsibilities:
  • Technical ownership for an area in a project
  • Define the S88 software structure and list for the area
  • Develop draft function design specifications for the area
  • Work with system integrators to finalize the functional specifications
  • Participate in P&ID and control strategy reviews
  • Working closely with the Project Technical Lead and System Integrator to successfully deliver the project on schedule and budget
  • Collaborate with Program technical offices to ensure the automation solution is aligned with the overall program automation philosophy and standards
  • Ensure consistency of the automation deliverables in the area (requirements, functional specifications, control strategies, phases, and recipes, etc.)
  • Assist in defining the software components that need to be created or modified
  • Communicate progress, issues, and needs to automation technical lead for the project
  • Provide input, review, and approve functional requirements and specifications
  • Develop Parameter and Recipe Specification documents
  • Responding to system integrator technical queries
  • Identification of any remediation effort required on process control software
  • Create items in the issue tracker as issues arise after the software acceptance
  • Identify and analyze risks of technical nature particular to the area and planning responses
  • Maintain compliance with training requirements

Role Requirement:
  • BS Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years working Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Previous Pharmaceutical Automation Large Project/Program experience/expertise
  • 5+ years' experience in DeltaV Batch DCS
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs
  • Exceptional teamwork abilities
  • Strong knowledge of GMP's, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

At Pinnaql, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.

Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.

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