Automation Engineering Professional

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States AbbVie Full time

AbbVie Overview

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company that discovers and delivers innovative medicines and solutions to address serious health issues. Our mission is to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across various therapeutic areas.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to support our manufacturing process, utilities, and Facilities Control Systems. This role involves complex configuration and programming of Operation Technology (OT) Systems as per AbbVie change management procedures.

The ideal candidate will provide technical support and system troubleshooting for systems and/or areas assigned to this position. They will also be responsible for the administration and maintenance of assigned OT systems as per applicable departmental procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Automation Applications and Process Control systems and possess an understanding of common system integration communication protocols including Wireless HART and OPC.
  • Provide process controls input and recommendations regarding manufacturing issues and process improvements.
  • Perform or review configuration and programming using defined practices to establish compliance with users and functional requirements.
  • Provide training for OT Systems Users/Engineers in new automation technologies and process control applications.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot OT System hardware, software, and networking issues, replace defective components as needed.
  • Implement and validate OT systems upgrades and data migrations for DCS, PLC's, SCADA, and Data Historian systems.
  • Support OT Systems lifecycle including validation activities by developing and executing qualification protocols plus associated documentation like System Functional and Design Specifications.
  • Perform scheduled OT Systems administration and maintenance tasks such as operating systems (OS) and anti-virus updates, user accounts managements, critical data back-up and others.
  • Establish project management techniques in monitoring, reporting, and controlling automation projects according to size and criticality (small to medium projects). This role will support larger capital projects when automation expertise is required.
  • Work schedule flexibility to perform or support maintenance work and other changes to systems in production during off-peak hours.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience required. A Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience is also acceptable.
  • Working experience with SCADA and PLCs (such as Allen-Bradley ControlLogix), programming in ladder logic and instructional texts is required. HMI graphics development and management is required.
  • Experience with commissioning and qualification activities, including computerized systems validation.
  • Experience administering and/or configuring a data historian system such as AVEVA PI is a plus.
  • Solid understanding of oral dosage form drug product manufacturing processes, including operational best practices and regulatory expectations is a plus.
  • Industry experience exposure to FDA, GMP, 21CFR11, Data Integrity, Safety and Environmental legislation.
  • An understanding of Windows Server Operating Systems and related components as related to OT system configuration including Active Directory, User Administration, TCP/IP with DHCP, WINS and DNS would be a plus.

Estimated Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • Opportunity to participate in short-term incentive programs.

About AbbVie:

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.



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