Onsite Senior Automation Engineer – Site Based

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About the role

  • Senior Automation Engineer at Just Evotec Biologics overseeing AVEVA PI system deployment and integration. Collaborating globally to enhance process control and data management systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the comprehensive deployment of the AVEVA PI system, encompassing planning, configuration, validation, and rollout across international sites.
  • Architect, standardize, and sustain the PI system framework, utilizing PI AF and PI Vision to meet process control, data management, and visualization requirements.
  • Lead the continuous development of the AVEVA PI ecosystem by integrating new data sources, use cases, and business-driven enhancements, including advanced analytics and reporting.
  • Define and implement integration strategies between AVEVA PI and process control systems (e.g., DeltaV, SCADA, DCS), enabling real-time data access and operational insights.
  • Support governance and lifecycle management of automation platforms, including maintaining alignment of global standards and change management practices across sites.
  • Participate in defining and improving global software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes for automation and data systems.
  • Collaborate with global MSAT and site automation teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing platform objectives and automation strategies.
  • Ensure seamless OT infrastructure integration, maintaining secure and reliable connectivity between PI systems and process control environments.
  • Implement and uphold data governance and management standards to ensure data integrity, consistency, and accessibility.
  • Develop reporting, visualization, and analytics tools using AVEVA PI to deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Participate in the design and implementation of process control strategies, including batch tracking, process limits, and data-driven or predictive control approaches.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to global teams, resolving issues and ensuring system reliability and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional groups, including IT, OT, and engineering, to align PI and automation systems with company objectives.
  • Develop and improve technical documentation including specifications, SOPs, and training materials.
  • Author and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) and test scripts for automation and data systems.
  • Lead or support technical root cause analyses, incident investigations, and troubleshooting of process control and data integration issues.
  • Manage CAPAs and change controls, collaborating with the site Manufacturing Technical Services (MTS) team to implement updates.
  • Serve as a key member of the New Product Introduction (NPI) team, ensuring automation, PI data integration, and MES readiness for new processes.
  • Provide technical oversight or support for projects involving third-party system integrators or vendors.
  • Offer technical support to manufacturing sites as needed, focusing on process control, automation systems, and data infrastructure.
  • Stay informed on advancements in AVEVA PI, process control technologies, and OT systems to propose innovative solutions.
  • Partner with diverse teams, including manufacturing, process engineering, data scientists, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation, to drive operational enhancements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Science or Engineering and 5 or more years of relevant experience; or Associate’s degree in science-related area and 8 or more years of relevant experience; or High school diploma or GED and 10 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Robust background in control system automation, including design, installation, programming, and validation of automated processes.
  • Strong expertise in AVEVA PI system architecture, configuration, and development (PI AF, PI Vision, integrations).
  • Experience integrating AVEVA PI with process control systems such as DeltaV (preferred), SCADA, or DCS platforms.
  • Knowledge of FDA CFR 21 Part 11 compliance requirements.
  • Proven track record of completing projects successfully using strong engineering and project management expertise.
  • Experience supporting or defining automation standards, governance, and change management in a global manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices for automation systems.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in OT system architecture and industrial data infrastructure.
  • Prior experience with computer software validation.
  • Involvement in global teams or Centers of Excellence.
  • Experience applying GAMP5 risk-based methodologies for validated process automation system changes.
  • Participation in regulatory inspections or audit support.
  • Familiarity with single-use technologies and systems.
  • Experience with automation platforms such as DeltaV, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Wonderware.
  • Certification in AVEVA PI System administration or development.
  • Knowledge of additional OT or IT systems used in industrial environments (e.g., SCADA, DCS, MES).
  • Understanding of cybersecurity principles in OT environments.
  • Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL) to enhance PI system capabilities.

Benefits

  • discretionary annual bonus
  • comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
  • short-term and long-term disability
  • company paid basic life insurance
  • 401k company match
  • generous paid time off
  • paid holiday
  • wellness and transportation benefits

Job title

Senior Automation Engineer – Site Based

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$125,000 - $155,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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