Automation Engineer

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Buffalo Grove, IL
Mid level
Biotech
The Role
The Automation Engineer is responsible for developing automation concepts, managing projects, and implementing systems into manufacturing, particularly for medical and pharmaceutical devices. They will interface with stakeholders, manage budgets and timelines, and provide training on new equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and company policies.
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Job Description

Using Engineering skills and practices, the Automation Engineer is responsible for developing automation concepts, providing accurate quotes, managing automation projects and implementing projects into manufacturing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions 
  • Conceptualize automation requirements for programs in injection molding, assembly and packaging. 
  • Apply NPI process procedures and guidelines in managing of procurement, design, build, acceptance, installation, and validation of automated systems used in molding, assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices. 
  • Implement low and high-volume Assembly Automation Systems, built on a wide variety of platforms such as Synchronous, Asynchronous, and Continuous Motion. 
  • Interface with Sales, Customers, Equipment Suppliers, Manufacturing and Program Management. 
  • Assist in preparation of validation documentation. Perform all the necessary validation activities during DQ, FAT, IQ, OQ, SAT and PQ phases. 
  • Establish, manage, and maintain automation project budgets and timelines. 
  • Custom Automation Equipment
  • Maintain effective communications internally and externally. 
  • Participate in DFMA’s, FMEA’s, and DOE’s. 
  • Participate to Lean and continuous improvement projects 
  • Prepare all the necessary SOP’s required in production to operate and maintain newly installed equipment. 
  • Provide training to Manufacturing on proper operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment.
  • Provide an ongoing support to production personnel during ramp-up phase.
  • Work under the direction of Lead Automation Engineer.
  • Comply with all company policies 
  • Other duties as assigned


POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automation, or related Engineering
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in managing automation projects or automation equipment design and build
  • Knowledge of machine design and CAD software
  • Knowledge of modern machine controls

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

  • Experience with technologies such as Ultrasonic welding, leak testing, and machine vision
  • Experience with pneumatics, cam operated systems, servo motors, and robotics
  • Experience in assembly, testing and packaging of medical and pharmaceutical devices

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automation, or related Engineering
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in managing automation projects or automation equipment design and build
  • Knowledge of machine design and CAD software
  • Knowledge of modern machine controls

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.
The Nemera timekeeping system utilizes finger scan. Our biometric policy is available upon request at [email protected]

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Cad
The Company
HQ: Lyon
1,257 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

As a world-leading drug device combination solutions specialist, our purpose of putting patients first enables us to design and manufacture devices that maximize treatment efficacy. We are the utmost holistic partner and help our customers succeed in the sprint to market. From early device strategy to state-of-the-art manufacturing, we're committed to the highest quality standards. Agile and open-minded, we work with our customers as colleagues. Together, we go the extra mile to fulfill our mission.

Nemera’s services and products cover five key delivery routes:
● Ophthalmic (preservative-free multidose eyedroppers)
● Nasal, Buccal, Auricular (pumps, valves and actuators for sprays),
● Inhalation (pMDI, DPIs)
● Dermal and Transdermal (airless & atmospheric dispensers)
● Parenteral (auto-injectors, pens, safety devices & implanters)

At Nemera, we put patients first when designing, developing and manufacturing drug delivery devices because we know that accurate dosing and ergonomics contribute to patients completing their treatment. Whether they are Nemera proprietary or customer owned, our devices receive the utmost care because we know how critical they are for patients’ health and well-being.

Interested in joining a team that truly enjoys working together and prides itself on being at the forefront of innovation and quality? Do you always go the extra mile to deliver on your commitments? Want to feel proud of your work because it improves patients’ lives?

If you're ready to help us grow our business and make a real difference, please visit https://www.nemera.net or contact us at [email protected].

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