Description:
The Automation Engineer's primary role is to work under supervision and coordinating installation, troubleshooting and assist in maintaining automated processes and facility related equipment.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for troubleshooting, servicing and repairing of computerized systems and robotic devices that are designed to reduce human interaction, such as robotic assembly devices and computer-controlled building air-conditioning systems with guidance from his/her supervisor.
- Help perform hands on field installation, operational start-up, calibration, and commissioning activities under close supervision.
- Support field technician, bench technician, robotics technician, production support technician and maintenance technician.
- Help improve and monitor automation processes for optimum cost efficiency of production under close supervision.
- Support installation and troubleshooting control systems to automate upstream and downstream processing equipment, including Mixers, Coaters, Pouchers, Cartoners, Packaging Lines, Laboratory Equipment, Facility Systems, Stability Chambers, BMS, CIP (Clean in Place) and SIP (Steam in Place), Water System Controls, Tablet Press, Fluid Bed Dryers, Granulators, Vision System, etc. under proper guidance.
- Read, understand, verify and draft for approval P&ID, Engineering Layout, Engineering Drawings and Engineering documents and Electrical Schematics.
- Assist in monitoring automated systems, help isolate problems and help perform repairs under close supervision.
- Work under supervision to assist with the following: design, program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks; assist with design, upgrade, and troubleshoot new and existing PLC control systems based on company guidelines; assist with performing field commissioning based on project requirements; assist with execution of automation projects, hardware and software implementation, executing its qualification and validation. Assist with training coworkers on use of equipment.
- Assist in providing 24x7 on-call Automation Support, including technical support and troubleshooting functions.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors Degree (BA/BS) Automation Technology or Mechatronics Associate Degree Program - Required
- Master Degree (MS/MA) Electrical Engineer, Electrical & Electronics Engineer - Preferred
Experience:
- 3 years or more in Experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics, programmable logic controllers, electrical circuits, electrical machinery and human-machine interfaces within industrial and manufacturing plant, food or pharmaceutical processing facilities
- no experience in Masters in Electrical Engineer, Electrical & Electronics Engineer
Skills:
- Good math and analytic skills are essential to understand automated systems and isolate problems. - Intermediate
- Workers are expected to become proficient with various instruments and hand tools, such as electrical millimeters. - Intermediate
Specialized Knowledge:
- Fully comprehend, verify, and develop P&ID, Engineering Layout, Engineering Drawings and Engineering documents.
Licenses:
- Certifications and credentials from Electronics Technicians Association and the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council are preferable.-Upon Hire-Preferred
The base salary for this position ranges from $75, 000 to $90,000 per year. In addition, Amneal offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of what Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other relevant skills.
At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that help you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.
About UsAmneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology or an associate degree in a Mechatronics program
- Three or more years of experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, electrical circuits, electrical machinery, and HMIs in industrial, manufacturing, food, or pharmaceutical processing facilities
- Strong mathematics and analytical skills for understanding automated systems and isolating problems
- Intermediate proficiency with electrical multimeters and other instruments and hand tools
- Ability to comprehend, verify, and develop P&IDs, engineering layouts, drawings, engineering documents, and electrical schematics
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certifications or credentials from the Electronics Technicians Association and Manufacturing Skill Standards Council
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is presented as comprehensive with day-one eligibility for many U.S. roles, supported by wellness resources and transparency around plan information.
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Affordable Benefits — Employer contributions toward health coverage are described as generous, including periods where cost increases were absorbed and future employee contributions kept below broader trends.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match and strong participation is positioned as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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