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Job Description
Job Summary: Controls Engineering Specialist
Design, develop, and commission automation and control systems for a leading healthcare company, leveraging expertise in process automation and systems integration.
About the Role
- Responsible for the development and commissioning of automation and control systems.
- Design, specification, programming, simulation, testing, and start-up assistance for automation and control systems.
- Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects with direct responsibility for control systems.
- Lead discussion with project teams, provide technical support, and make informed decisions on hardware and architecture selection.
- Work closely with OEM teams to design, develop, and test PLC code in accordance with site coding standards.
- Conduct system testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues or bugs.
- Develop and test different aspects of automation systems, including robotics, vision, PLC, HMI/SCADA, and motion control.
- Responsible for completing controls aspects of projects within the schedule and budget.
- Assess existing technologies and processes, and research and implement new control technologies.
- Co-ordinate and manage controls elements of build and debug of equipment.
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to required quality standards.
Requirements
- Highly relevant academic qualifications to Bachelors or Masters level in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Computer Sciences.
- Over 5 years' experience as a minimum in a Senior Systems Engineering role with significant experience in the Life Sciences, Pharma, or Medical Device manufacturing sectors.
- Excellent knowledge of control system engineering in the automation and overall operation of complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Expertise in Process Automation and Systems Integration.
- Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley control systems, including Servo motion control and Factory Talk View ME/SE.
- Familiarity with Siemens PLC platforms (e.g., TIA Portal, Win CC) is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages such as ladder logic, function block diagram (FBD), and structured text (ST).
- Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus) and networking concepts.
- Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition, Factory Talk).
- Experience of robotics and vision systems is beneficial.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and techniques for securing SCADA systems.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GMP, GAMP) related to automation and control systems in the Med Tech industry.
- Proven experience with knowledge of computer validation/SDLC requirements and automation change control procedures.
About Solventum
Solventum is a leading healthcare company that enables better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. We pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material, and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and innovative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A comprehensive training program.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.