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Job Description
Project Automation Engineer required for high-priority project with key client to support smooth approval into production.
Morgan McKinley is recruiting for a Project Automation Engineer to join a key client's project team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for debugging, commissioning & qualification of a new piece of equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Equipment Debugging and Validation:
- Lead the debugging process for the new piece of equipment, identifying and resolving any technical issues.
- Conduct comprehensive validation activities, including equipment qualification (IQ, OQ, PQ) and process validation to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Commissioning and Production Approval:
- Oversee the commissioning of the equipment, ensuring it is fully operational and integrated into the production environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure approval for the equipment to be used in production.
- Project Management:
- Manage the project timeline, ensuring all milestones are met in a timely manner.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.
- Technical Support and Troubleshooting:
- Provide ongoing technical support during the commissioning phase, troubleshooting any issues that arise to minimize downtime.
- Work closely with equipment vendors and contractors to ensure all technical specifications and performance criteria are met.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation engineering, with a focus on equipment validation and commissioning in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven experience in leading and executing equipment validation projects, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
- Strong knowledge of automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, and robotics.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead a project from concept to completion under tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards for medical device manufacturing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.