Job Description
Automation Engineer responsible for maintaining and developing automated systems in a global healthcare company.
Grifols is a global healthcare company that has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world since 1909. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing, and marketing innovative medicines, solutions, and services in over 110 countries and regions.
We believe that diversity adds value to our business, teams, and culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.
The Automation Engineer will report directly to the Automation Engineer Supervisor and be responsible for the day-to-day functionality of all automated systems in the Manufacturing and Packaging facilities. This includes preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and end-user support.
The Automation Engineer will be a developer on the control systems, with vendor-led training and a track record of successfully developing, programming, and integrating projects. They will support any project work that requires automation resources and ensure all work is compliant with Grifols Engineering standards and GAMP5.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Automated systems project for the New Albumin purification and Filling facility.
- Develop and maintain SOPs related to the associated Automated systems.
- Lead and support the development of all necessary support system documentation related to the Automation systems.
- Support the Validation of the Automated systems designed specifically for the Manufacturing process.
- Provide technical support to the manufacturing operations department to ensure Automated systems are implemented and can be operated and supported.
- Provide technical lead support for requirements for understanding and implementing MES, SAP, and other related systems.
- Ensure Automated systems are maintained in a validated condition and associated documentation.
- Participate in site tier processes and support a culture of continuous improvement.
- Deliver Automation and Control Systems from design to commissioning and validation.
- Execute the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Train maintenance technicians on systems for prolific use and understanding.
- Work on developing and programming new additions to existing systems.
- Test and validate work and present relevant documentation to the automation supervisor.
Key Competencies:
- Minimum 2-3 years relevant experience.
- Experience in implementing automation projects in Siemens Step7 and/or TIA Portal Step7 and/or AB Studio 5000 PLC Programming languages (LAD/SCL).
- Experience in implementing SCADA or HMI projects in any of the market leading software packages (SIMATIC Win CC, Factory Talk View, Wonderware or Zenon).
- Database experience, such as MS SQL Server.
- A working knowledge of a CAD design package.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multiple disciplines.
- Excellent understanding of GAMP.
- Excellent understanding of electrical schematic drawings and P&ID's.
- Familiar with digital electronic regulations such as 21 CFR part 11 and EU Annex 11.
PLC and SCADA programming experience on systems such as Siemens TIA portal, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, and Factory Talk V12, AVEVA SP 2017, Siemens PCS7 V9.0, Siemens TIA Portal versions 13-17.
Able to read and understand technical documents including Electrical, P&ID, Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, Grafcet/Process flow charts.
Able to work on electrical panels for the purpose of connection to automated equipment and/or replacement/repair of such equipment.
Working within a virtual engineering environment such as vSphere VMware.
CISCO networking experience, specifically for CISCO IE-2000-8 TC-G-E switches.
Relevant third-level qualification(s) such as BSc in Computer Science, BEng in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or BEng in Automation.
3rd party systems training e.g. PCS7 integration training level 1, level 2 etc.
Our Benefits Include:
- Highly competitive salary.
- Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are 5% employer and 5% employee.
- Private Medical Insurance for the employee.
- Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment.
- Succession planning and internal promotions.
- Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events.