United Consulting HubRemote
Automation Engineer
United States of America
Contract
1 week ago
H1B Sponsor Likely
Key skills
PLC platformsSiemens TIA PortalAllen-Bradley Studio 5000SCADA systemsWonderwareIgnitionManufacturing Practice (GMP)Regulatory complianceDocumentation practices in regulated industriesISO 9001SensorsActuatorsControl panelsDocumentation Practices
About this role
United Consulting Hub is seeking an entry-level Automation Engineer to support automation systems in the pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing sectors. This role involves maintaining and improving automated processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of automation systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS)
- Support configuration and programming of control systems (e.g., ladder logic, HMI interfaces)
- Monitor automated production processes and resolve technical issues
- Ensure systems comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Participate in validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for automated equipment
- Work with cross-functional teams (QA, QC, production, IT)
- Troubleshoot equipment, sensors, and control systems
- Maintain documentation such as SOPs, system configurations, and validation reports
- Support data integrity and compliance with guidelines like 21 CFR Part 11
- Assist in automation upgrades and continuous improvement projects
Requirements:
- 0–2 years of experience
- Detail-oriented
- Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of automation systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS)
- Support configuration and programming of control systems (e.g., ladder logic, HMI interfaces)
- Monitor automated production processes and resolve technical issues
- Ensure systems comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
- Participate in validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for automated equipment
- Work with cross-functional teams (QA, QC, production, IT)
- Troubleshoot equipment, sensors, and control systems
- Maintain documentation such as SOPs, system configurations, and validation reports
- Support data integrity and compliance with guidelines like 21 CFR Part 11
- Assist in automation upgrades and continuous improvement projects
- Exposure to PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
- Basic knowledge of SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition)
- Understanding of GMP and regulatory compliance
- Knowledge of documentation practices in regulated industries
- Exposure to Siemens (TIA Portal), Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000), Wonderware, or Ignition
- Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices and ISO 9001
- Familiarity with sensors, actuators, and control panels
- Internship or project in automation/controls