Senior Automation Specialist

1 week ago

Charleston, West Virginia, United States SHL Medical Full time

Company Overview

SHL Medical stands as a premier provider in the innovation, development, and production of sophisticated drug delivery systems, employing over 5,000 professionals globally. Our clientele comprises leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms that demand cutting-edge devices such as auto-injectors and pen injectors for effective drug administration. Since late 2018, we have been headquartered in Switzerland, with additional facilities in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States.

Position Summary

This position is integrated within the Manufacturing Engineering division of our Global Operations Engineering team, located at our advanced device manufacturing site in North Charleston, South Carolina. In collaboration with your team, you will spearhead and facilitate manufacturing automation initiatives, concentrating on software, data management, and digital systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary subject matter expert for site-wide industrial automation initiatives.
  • Design and implement our local data monitoring and visualization strategies.
  • Enhance the reliability of digital systems for core processes to comply with customer, business, and regulatory standards.
  • Lead and assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues with critical production systems to reduce unplanned downtime.
  • Collaborate with local and global IT and digital systems teams to establish a unified approach.
  • Oversee the technology transfer of new automated and digital systems into mass production.
  • Contribute as a vital team member on project teams for the launch of new facilities, equipment, or processes.
  • Identify and promote innovative manufacturing systems and software for next-generation production.
  • Encourage the adoption of new technologies and industry-leading practices, providing top-tier technical expertise.
  • Work closely with production teams, machine manufacturers, process and product development groups, and the quality department to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and respond to critical events.
  • Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent education/experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in automation engineering, ideally within a medical device or industrial environment.
  • Experience in implementing and troubleshooting industrial software systems (SCADA, MES, etc.).
  • Familiarity with standard control and system architectures and their associated programming languages.
  • Knowledge of the latest automation technologies (IoT, Industry 4.0, etc.).
  • Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience with Siemens software platforms (OpCenter, etc.).
  • Background in industrial programming and/or software systems.
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming (Python, C# preferred).
  • Ability to work independently with a keen attention to detail, focusing on efficiency, effectiveness, and cost.
  • Self-motivated and committed team player with a proactive attitude towards responsibilities.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Modern working environment featuring state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
  • Challenging assignments in a rapidly growing and innovative sector.
  • Position within a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals.
  • Numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global organization.

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