Join a growing team with this exciting opportunity for a Automation Project Engineer at our Boulder and Frederick, Colorado GMP facilities. Work at the forefront of the growing oligonucleotide (DNA-RNA) based therapeutics industry at our dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing sites. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems. Your primary responsibility will be to drive automation projects that expand capacity, improve operational efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance in close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Validation, and IT, to ensure the successful execution of automation projects that meet the highest quality standards.
Subject Matter Expert for Plant Control System (PCS/SCADA), Building Automation System (BAS), Data Historian Analytics, and automation/controls systems associated with various independent bioprocessing skids for new projects.
Support, manage design, and execution needed to ensure successful install and start-up of control systems for GMP manufacturing operations.
Functioning as automation technical lead on automation upgrades and plant expansions including integration design and implementation activities including managing contractors / consultants associated with automation projects.
Adhere to project timelines and budgets. Give automation input in the development of project plans, including scope, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation. Resolve and continually improve methods and approaches to find and optimize solutions.
Create and retain control system life cycle design specifications and lead project related change controls.
Responsible for automation system detailed design specifications, relevant change controls, data integrity assurance, and compliance with 21CFR Part 11.
Support Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities and function as primary point of contact on automation projects for CQV.
Perform job functions and responsibilities independently and with limited direction.
Identify new technology in support of enhanced automation capabilities within industry.
Work with above site and local site IT services to provide end products.
Support development of IT/OT network necessary to support plant operating systems.
Uphold a strong safety culture by promoting safe work practices and adherence to all safety guidelines and protocols.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or equivalent; may consider equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience.
4+ years combined controls experience with diverse assignments and increased breadth and complexity.
Previous experience in GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
Project management experience with proven application of fundamentals.
Experience with Rockwell Automation products. GE Proficy iFix SCADA, Ignition by Inductive Automation, and thin client architecture with ThinManager.
Familiarity with server and network architecture.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 17, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $103,200.00 - $161,250.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: OccasionalShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: ManufacturingSkills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or equivalent
- 4+ years combined controls experience with diverse assignments
- Project management experience with application of fundamentals
- Experience with Rockwell Automation products
- Experience with GE Proficy iFIX SCADA
- Experience with Ignition by Inductive Automation
- Experience with ThinManager and thin client architecture
- Familiarity with server and network architecture and IT/OT networks
- Previous experience in GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.
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