Senior Specialist Manufacturing Automation Engineer
MSD
Summary
The Senior Specialist Manufacturing Automation Engineer in the West Point Digital Manufacturing Operations organization will be responsible for the manufacturing and supporting utilities process automation systems in the Barrier Operations Formulation and Filling facility at the West Point, PA site.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Troubleshooting challenging equipment/automation issues and innovating to improve manufacturing performance
- Maintaining the automation systems in compliance with cGMPs through the life cycle of the equipment (initial qualification through retirement)
- Providing support as an automated systems Subject Matter Expert within an existing production team, including technical assistance in fulfilling the automation requirements for the team
- Supporting peers in areas of expertise to ensure success of the team
- Reviewing automation documents, preventive maintenance, and SOPs to ensure compliance with GMP and safety
- Developing and supporting corrective actions for investigations related to automation or IT systems
- Using technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and information technology systems
- Participating in audits and training programs
- Providing on-floor support of manufacturing activities
- Generating and implementing change controls to meet the needs of the facility
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing automation-related role in a regulated industry
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with team, peers and area leads
- Demonstrated leadership in achieving shared objectives in a matrix organization
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles/processes and ability to translate manufacturing requirements into Automation/digital solution
- Proven track record of analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detail
- High personal integrity, credibility, and energy
- Strong technical writing capabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management Experience
- System validation and other Quality management functions
- Experience with navigating/troubleshooting Process Control systems, with preferred experience with DeltaV DCS, Allen Bradly PLC, OPC, Siemens Step7, Modbus/Fieldbus/Profibus and other related technologies
Preferred
- Understanding and ability to apply regulatory/compliance requirements relative to their role
- Networking, Virtual Machines, Database management and other general IT administration
- Direct experience with SDLC and change controls for a GMP regulated process/system
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing automation-related role in a regulated industry
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships with team, peers and area leads
- Demonstrated leadership in achieving shared objectives in a matrix organization
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles/processes and ability to translate manufacturing requirements into Automation/digital solution
- Proven track record of analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detail
- High personal integrity, credibility, and energy
- Strong technical writing capabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management Experience
- System validation and other Quality management functions
- Experience with navigating/troubleshooting Process Control systems
- cGMP Guidelines
- cGMP Regulations
- DCS Configuration
- Industrial Communication Protocols
- Investigation Management
- IQ OQ PQ
- IT Systems Integration
- Matrix Leadership
- Matrix Management
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Technical Project Management
- Technical Writing
- Troubleshooting
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement Benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick Days
- Annual Bonus
- Long-Term Incentive
Company overview
MSD, known as Merck Sharp & Dohme outside the United States and Canada, is a global research-intensive biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey. Founded in 1891, the company has established itself as one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations with a rich history spanning over 130 years. MSD operates as the international division of Merck & Co., Inc., focusing on the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. The company's extensive portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments in oncology, infectious diseases, cardiology, diabetes, and vaccines, with notable products such as Keytruda (pembrolizumab) for cancer immunotherapy, Gardasil for HPV prevention, and Januvia for diabetes management. MSD maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in scientific innovation to address unmet medical needs worldwide. With approximately 75,000 employees globally, the company operates through four main segments: pharmaceuticals, animal health, healthcare services, and strategic alliances. MSD's mission centers on using leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world, guided by the principle that medicine is for people, not profits.