Automation Engineer

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec’s revenues in 2023 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com

Job Summary 

The purpose of this role is to support All ConvaTec Operations around the Network by leading, advising, teaching and providing technical knowledge and expertise to operational teams on all manufacturing equipment and auxiliary system. This position will bring support to Global Engineering, Network Strategy and Sustainable Engineering team on project development, project execution, continuous improvement which support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), New Product Development (NPD), New Process Development and New Product Launches (NPL). Incumbent will foster an understanding of the client/customer needs and mission and support the integration of the technical expertise and strategic value of engineering in meeting these needs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve as the instrumentation and controls subject matter expert within the engineering and maintenance department, responsible for equipment and system improvement, sustainability and compliance.
• Identify, develop, implement and validate multiple equipment improvement and cost savings projects without sacrificing support of manufacturing operations
• Utilize technical expertise with problem solving skills to lead troubleshooting efforts on equipment and systems while maintaining compliance with all site and regulatory policies, procedures and regulations
• Manages contractors and suppliers to increase their service levels, reduce costs for the same service, and improve reliability. Ensures all machinery purchases and development deliver value added ROI and a competitive advantage to the business. 
• Keep up to date with leading edge technologies and apply to existing processes, equipment and systems. Links business opportunities with the application of proprietary & innovative technologies in manufacturing processes. Leads / supports transfers R & D product/technology developments into manufacturing processes. 
• Support the project management duties for all projects associated with improve, modify, upgrade and overhaul existing technology and new technology acquisition.
• Preparation of the plants to receive products and process from other ConvaTec plants and Original equipment manufacturer (OEM)
• Perform and support Equipment commissioning, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) aligned to the annual project plan and 3-5 years’ strategy plan.
• Support project documentation creation and approval of Change Requests, Process Validations (IQ, OQ, and PQ), and documentation change requests (CR) in support of all projects assigned.
• Design, build, plans, and implements new equipment and/or work stations (Automatic, Semiautomatic or Manual) to maximize efficiency, reduce operational cost and eliminate potential quality issues.
• Creation of unique and innovative solutions in the integration of new or improved processes, systems, prototypes, components, material selection, machinery, new products and/or equipment. 
• Perform and coordinate Overhauls, rebuild and Upgrades to existing legacy manufacturing equipments all around the ConvaTec Network to support Annual Operating plan.
• Generates Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR’s) for projects assigned to Plant Engineering and Automation team aligned with the Annual Capital plan.
• Execute projects from developed plans with minimal supervision.
• Institutes and evaluates new procedures for improved safety, using regulatory guidelines and GMP’s.
• Ability to judge the technical complexity of a task/project and assign tasks as needed to complete the task/project. 
• Must work independently and demonstrate leadership though commitment to communication, training, and work habits.
• Must demonstrate advanced technical competence in all aspects of specific field of expertise (electronic/electrical or mechanical engineering). Must be familiar with all work centers and manufacturing operations.

Education/Experience/Qualifications

• Graduated in Engineering (associate degree in electrical, Electronics or Mechanical technology required).
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in medical device manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of Process Control (DPMs, CPMs, Variance, etc...)
• Must have a thorough knowledge of costs.

About You 

• Candidate should have good analytical skills with shown experience in project planning and project management, with adequate track record of product delivery.
• Experience in Medical Device manufacturing organization, structure, and operating culture, specifically in a highly regulated environment; experience in the pharmaceutical and/or medical device industries preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with various types of automated processes, systems and equipment required, including (but not limited to) servo drives/motion control, electro-pneumatics, web conveyance, robotics, and packaging.
• Experience designing, developing, installing, validating, maintaining, and troubleshooting PLC and other digital control systems. Experience with specialized systems such as Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation and high-speed vision preferred.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex problems/data gathered from a variety of sources and, through effective decision-making and planning, and deliver superior business solutions.
• Experienced in day-to-day communication and management of contractors, suppliers and vendors.
• Ability to identify areas of potential problems and takes preventive/diagnostic steps to avoid those problems.

Working Conditions 

• Know CVT's EHS and OH policies and the standards that support them.
• Understand EHS risks and all requirements related to their job responsibilities and the appropriate controls in place to manage those risks and requirements.
• Execute their job responsibilities professionally and in compliance with internal EHS requirements and procedures without compromising their own safety or that of others.
• Be alert to EHS hazards in the workplace, responding to them appropriately and immediately communicating them to responsible management as soon as they are identified (e.g., spills).
• Participate in community, training, and EHS awareness initiatives.
• Help drive continuous improvement of EHS performance, recommending potential improvements to responsible management. 

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