Automation Technician (Overnights)
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Summary
Our Automation Technicians are responsible for supporting and troubleshooting biopharmaceutical manufacturing/filling/packaging equipment that utilize Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) at Regeneron's Industrial Operation and Product Supply organization.
Job description
When & where
- Location: East Greenbush, New York, United States
- Working shift: Sunday-Thursday, 12:00am-8:30am
- Training shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm for approximately 6 months
Discover your role
- Provide automation technical support, troubleshooting, and assistance during routine operations, maintenance activities, equipment setups, and changeovers for manufacturing operations of GMP Bulk Biologics, Fill/Finish, and Clean Utilities systems
- Identify and implement corrective or preventive maintenance, component replacements, or corrections on automated systems as needed
- Communicate and coordinate Automation issue resolution for manufacturing and facilities groups
- Full gowning when entering and working on production floor
- Utilize specialized personal protective equipment as required, including arc flash, when working near energized equipment or when working in construction environments
- Work independently and safely around all industrial equipment
This role requires
- Associate degree in Engineering or a related technical field and the following years of experience supporting process control and/or data acquisition systems; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered:
- Automation Technician II: 2+ years of related experience
- Automation Technician III: 5+ years of related experience
- Automation Technician IV: 8+ years of related experience
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and computerized systems, preferably in a regulated environment
- Knowledge of ladder logic, PID control, electrical control systems, instrumentation, and current and voltage characteristics in DC and 120/240/480 VAC circuits
- Ability to diagnose or troubleshoot electrical control circuits utilizing a digital multimeter and electrical schematics
- Basic understanding of data integrity regulations
- Special emphasis on machine controls preferred, with specific knowledge of Allen-Bradley and Siemens control system products strongly preferred; basic knowledge of B&R control system products is helpful
- Experience with servers, virtualization, distributed control, and basic networking is preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Requirements
- Associate degree in Engineering or a related technical field
- 2+ years of related experience supporting process control and/or data acquisition systems
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and computerized systems, preferably in a regulated environment
- Knowledge of ladder logic, PID control, electrical control systems, instrumentation, and current and voltage characteristics in DC and 120/240/480 VAC circuits
- Ability to diagnose or troubleshoot electrical control circuits utilizing a digital multimeter and electrical schematics
- Basic understanding of data integrity regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Annual bonuses
- Incentive plans
- Equity awards
- Pension or retirement benefits
- 401(k) company match
- Health and wellness programs
- Fitness centers
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Family support benefits
Company overview
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is a leading American biotechnology company founded in 1988 and headquartered in Tarrytown, New York. The company specializes in inventing, developing, and commercializing life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Regeneron is renowned for its innovative antibody technologies and has developed several groundbreaking therapies, including EYLEA® for retinal diseases, DUPIXENT® for inflammatory conditions, and the COVID-19 antibody cocktail REGEN-COV®. The company operates with a strong focus on research and development across multiple therapeutic areas including ophthalmology, oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and rare genetic disorders. Regeneron's proprietary VelocImmune® technology platform enables the rapid generation of fully human monoclonal antibodies. With over 15,000 employees globally and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion, Regeneron has established itself as a major force in the biotechnology industry, consistently ranking among the top-performing pharmaceutical companies and maintaining a robust pipeline of investigational therapies.