Provide technical leadership in the design, development and implementation of site process automation and control systems.
Co-ordinate and manage control systems projects including providing technical guidance to junior process automation engineers, maintenance technicians, manufacturing, and others.
Support the full system lifecycle for process automation and control systems including the design, assessment, selection, commissioning, validation and implementation of systems.
Develop User Requirement Specifications, Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, administration and support procedures, and user procedures for new and existing process automation systems.
Assist in preparation and execution of FAT, SAT, Commissioning & Validation protocols related to process automation and control systems.
Provide technical and non-technical feedback to Validation and IT personnel for the successful qualification of systems.
Provide technical and automation support to Manufacturing and Facilities.
Support process automation systems by troubleshooting and diagnosing issues and working closely with manufacturing and maintenance personnel.
Perform investigation of deviations related to automation hardware and software.
Program PLC and HMI application for automated process equipment.
Identify opportunities for enhancement and performance improvement of process automation systems and implement projects as required, including change control, design, commissioning, validation and hardware/software changes.
Skills :
Excellent co-ordination skills with attention to detail and ability to effectively manage projects as well as support tasks and enhancements including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication skills with ability to interact at all levels both internally and externally.
Strong project management skills are essential with a proven track record in implementation of process automation and control systems projects.
Strong knowledge of cGMP manufacturing
Strong knowledge of process control and machine automation