Automation Engineer - Service
Job DescriptionJob Description
Essential Job Functions:
Essential job functions represent the fundamental job duties and accountabilities of the employment position the individual
holding the position must be capable of performing. Persons with disabilities can perform these with or without reasonable
accommodations. The Director or his/her designee may assign other duties and accountabilities limited to those consistent
with the applicable scope of the appropriate professional job function.
Documentation - 10%
• Generate sequence of operations documents related to door interlocks, POD HVAC Automation, and high level
integration sequencing to be implemented into software code
• Generate functional design specifications (FDS) based on I/O lists, automation plan sets, and electrical and panel
drawings
• Generate documents that track changes to existing systems
• Write work instructions and SOPs
AutoCad Design – 10%
• Update and redline instrumentation plan sets for POD construction
• Create parts libraries for use in AutoCad Electrical
Automation Software Development - 50%
• Convert project documentation into code to program HVAC, door interlock, security, and process equipment
• Program PLCs utilizing Siemens TIA Portal
• Generate graphics associated with project P&ID drawings
• Integrate graphics with selected HMI software Siemens TIA Portal
• Develop high-quality pharmaceutical industry software programs that can be easily validated
• Provide technical support for Automations Systems
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve hardware and software issues both remotely and on-site.
• Train Automation Engineers in AutoCAD and PLC Programming
• Train other departments on the automation system
Instrument Specification – 5%
• Specify and order instruments per the POD design
• Create termination drawings for instruments consistent with industry standards
• Continuously improve the selection and validation of instruments
• Evaluate customer equipment to locate faulty instruments
Acceptance Testing Activity Execution - 5%
• Follow Good Documentation Practices
• Document and correct discrepancies/deviations that occur during testing
• Travel to client sites, interact with commissioning team, collaborators and suppliers
• Ensure all integration requirements satisfactorily meet project requirements
• Perform on site training of customer personnel so that each customer can maintain POD automation system
Supports External Departments as Needed - 20%
• May support communications and document exchange between the company and engineering firms, customers,
3rd party integrators in conceptual design and detailed automation platform design discussions
• May travel to equipment vendor locations to better integrate with 3rd party product lines
• Assist other departments as needed to ensure seamless integration between automation and POD mechanical
systems
Position Specifications
Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience: Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or practical Automation Software Development background
Minimum of 3-5 years Experience in controls for HVAC systems, including familiarity with current technology
Required Experience with PLC or microcontroller programming
Required Ability to read and understand plan drawings and electrical schematics
Required Experience with AutoCad Electrical software or other drafting software
Required Skill in computer functions such as word processors, spreadsheets, and internet usage
Technical writing experience
Experience in and/or knowledge pertaining to pharmaceutical cleanrooms
Knowledge of HVAC systems, in areas of design, common control strategies, installation, sequence of operations
Knowledge of commissioning in accordance with cGMP standards
Knowledge of industrial communications protocols (BACNet, OPC/UA, ControlNet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP)
Abilities:
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, memos, and work place policies. Ability to analyze,
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to
analyze and interpret technical research journals. Ability to write professional correspondences. Ability to present
information in small group and large group situations to customer, strategic business partners, the general public, and other
employees. Ability to effectively present information to administrators, management, and other employees.
Reasoning Abilities:
Ability to carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of
variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written,
oral, diagram, or schedule form to carry out business objectives. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts,
and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and
deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Temperament:
Focused and action-oriented. Performance under little structure. Flexibility and coping with change. Multitasking. Ability to
maintain composure in a stressful environment. Freedom to work from supervision.
Other Abilities:
• Up to 20% Travel
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to make decisions and recommendations
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism with personnel and management
• Collaborative team player
• Ability to gather, organize and analyze information skillfully
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Must be able to communicate effectively through oral and written communication
The information contained in this job description is for the compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is
not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties performed by the individuals currently
holding this position and additional duties may be assigned consistent with the job function.
G-CON Manufacturing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to , , color,
religion, , , genetic information, , veteran status or any other status entitled to protection under
applicable federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. Discrimination or harassment on any of these bases is prohibited.
Company DescriptionSince 2009, G-CON has led the cleanroom industry, fulfilling pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical needs and embracing new trends. G-CON designs, builds and installs prefabricated cleanroom PODs for a variety of dimensions and purposes, from laboratory environments to personalized medicines and even production process platforms.Company DescriptionSince 2009, G-CON has led the cleanroom industry, fulfilling pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical needs and embracing new trends. G-CON designs, builds and installs prefabricated cleanroom PODs for a variety of dimensions and purposes, from laboratory environments to personalized medicines and even production process platforms.