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This role is part of Alcon's Engineering function, a team focused on improving quality, processes, products, packaging and materials across our business to help deliver brilliant outcomes.
The Principal I, Automation & Control Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for leading technical projects in the design, development, and maintenance of instrument/electrical and automation control systems. You will apply mathematical modeling, analyze dynamic behavior, and use control theory to ensure optimal system performance. Specifics include:
• Lead technical projects related to the design, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance of control systems
• Focus on mathematical modeling, analyze dynamic behavior, and use control theory to create effective controllers
• Make significant technical decisions impacting project performance and innovation
• Stay current with technological advancements in system design, configuration, and automation
• Adhere to GxP regulations by following SOPs, maintaining documentation, and ensuring quality control
• Complete all required training and contribute to organizational compliance and continuous improvement
All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automation engineering, with at least 5 years in the medical industry or other manufacturing industries.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA/HMI systems, and automation inspection system.
• Proven in managing projects (i.e. project/machine transfer)
• Strong command of English for internal and external communication
• Good leadership and collaboration abilities
• Industry experience in medical, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing are preferred
• Open to candidates from other manufacturing sectors with a strong, relevant track record
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field
- At least 10 years of experience in automation engineering
- At least 5 years of experience in the medical industry or other manufacturing industries
- Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA/HMI systems, and automation inspection systems
- Proven project management experience, including project or machine transfers
- Strong command of English for internal and external communication
- Good leadership and collaboration abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience in medical, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing
Alcon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alcon and has not been reviewed or approved by Alcon.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as unusually strong, pairing a 401(k) match with an additional employer-funded retirement plan contribution. Stock purchase access and performance bonuses are also positioned as meaningful components of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Distinctive vision-related perks, including free contact lenses in some cases, reinforce the perceived strength of the health-and-wellness offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are characterized as robust, including paid holidays, PTO/vacation, paid sick time, and parental leave. Flexible time off for certain exempt roles and reported year-end shutdown periods further strengthen perceived coverage.
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What We Do
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning more than seven decades, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 20,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with eye care professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care.
