Technician - Engineering, Automation
Catalent
Summary
We have an opportunity for a Technician - Engineering, Automation to join our team supporting the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing, laboratory, and facility automation systems. This role ensures reliable and compliant operation of automated and computerized systems. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Quality, Validation, IT, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to maintain efficient and compliant processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Job description
Position Summary
We have an opportunity for a Technician - Engineering, Automation to join our team supporting the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing, laboratory, and facility automation systems. This role ensures reliable and compliant operation of automated and computerized systems. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Quality, Validation, IT, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to maintain efficient and compliant processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Shift: M-F 8am-5pm. Location: Madison, WI 100% Onsite.
The Role
- Troubleshoot and support manufacturing, laboratory, and facility automation systems.
- Support PLCs, HMIs, computerized equipment, and industrial control systems.
- Administer user accounts, permissions, and system access.
- Respond to equipment, software, and network connectivity issues.
- Execute preventive maintenance, system checks, and routine backups.
- Complete maintenance work orders and document activities in GMP-compliant systems.
- Assist with commissioning, qualification, validation, and deployment of new equipment and systems.
- Support manufacturing during equipment outages and help restore system functionality.
- Work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Validation, IT, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
The Candidate
Minimum Requirements
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or 2+ years of relevant experience in Automation, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Information Technology, Computer Systems, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of computer networking.
- Basic understanding of Windows operating systems.
- Familiarity with system administration concepts.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical and automated systems using established procedures.
- Frequent sitting, standing, and walking.
- Frequent use of a computer, reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, carrying, and grasping.
- Frequent lifting of up to 10 lbs.
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work in a GMP manufacturing environment and cleanroom setting while following EHS requirements and PPE guidelines.
Preferred Skills & Background
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with industrial control systems.
- Hands-on experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
- Experience working with Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
- Experience supporting or troubleshooting computerized systems.
- Experience troubleshooting production or facility equipment.
- Experience completing and documenting maintenance work orders.
- Experience maintaining technical or GMP-regulated documentation.
Requirements
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or 2+ years of relevant experience in Automation, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Information Technology, Computer Systems, or a related technical field
- Basic understanding of computer networking
- Basic understanding of Windows operating systems
- Familiarity with system administration concepts
- Ability to troubleshoot technical and automated systems using established procedures
- Must be able to work in a GMP manufacturing environment and cleanroom setting while following EHS requirements and PPE guidelines
- Frequent lifting of up to 10 lbs; occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development
- Community Engagement
Company overview
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that serves as a trusted partner to pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer health companies worldwide. Founded on a legacy dating back to 1933, Catalent has evolved into a comprehensive drug development and delivery leader with over 40 global sites. The company specializes in providing end-to-end solutions spanning oral dose formulations, biologics, specialty products, and clinical supply services. Catalent's expertise includes formulation development, analytical services, commercial manufacturing, and advanced delivery technologies such as Zydis® fast-dissolve tablets and softgel technologies. With over 1,000 active development programs at any given time, the company launches more than 100 new products and line extensions annually and has supported half of all FDA approvals over the past decade. Catalent produces over 60 billion treatment doses per year, helping approximately 200 million patients annually. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, the company employs more than 10,000 professionals globally who are dedicated to putting patients first and championing the missions that matter in healthcare innovation.