SPS - Automatisierungsingenieur developing software for programmable controllers in Industry 4.0. Engaging in automation solutions and collaborating with clients on implementations.
About the role
- Automation Engineer responsible for compliance and improvement of automation systems in manufacturing. Collaborating with various teams for efficient site operations and data integrity.
Responsibilities
- The Automation Engineer is responsible for the reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement of automation and shop‑floor digital systems at the Upper Hutt site.
- The role supports GxP manufacturing and utilities by maintaining compliant computerized systems, improving access to reliable shop‑floor data, and ensuring systems remain fit for purpose and audit‑ready throughout their lifecycle.
- The position works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, and IT to support effective IT/OT integration and sustainable site operations.
- Build effective working relationships with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Validation, Quality, and IT stakeholders.
- Develop working knowledge of site processes and utilities to ensure automation effectively supports operations.
- Support troubleshooting, investigations, and continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain and improve site automation systems, primarily through brownfield upgrades and incremental improvements.
- Develop, modify, and maintain automation software for equipment and process improvements.
- Provide technical direction and coordination for automation vendors and contractors.
- Maintain automation system design intent to support long‑term sustainability.
- Operate within established IT/OT governance, including ServiceNow‑based change and incident management.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, access control, backup, and recovery requirements.
- Maintain and enhance the Shop Floor Network (SFN) and data historian infrastructure.
- Support operational reporting and visualization to enable performance monitoring, investigations, and improvement initiatives.
- Execute automation work in line with site roadmaps and approved change management processes.
- Prepare and execute automation‑related validation and qualification activities (AIQs/AOQs).
- Maintain automation documentation and support audits and inspections.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with relevant experience in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, Electrical/Automation Engineering OR Equivalent industry or trade experience in Pharmaceutical or related setting
- Experience implementing and supporting manufacturing automation systems
- Minimal 3 years of experience in automation and process control
- Pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environments
- GAMP SCADA systems (preferably Rockwell FactoryTalk or equivalent)
- Utilities automation including CIP, Purified Water, Clean Steam, HVAC, and environmental monitoring
- Data historians and reporting tools (e.g. PI, Power BI, SQL‑based reporting)
Benefits
- Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry
- Professional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role
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