(Senior) PLC Controls and Industrial Automation Engineer

(Senior) PLC Controls and Industrial Automation Engineer

Sern BioScience is an industry-leading drug development partner that provides a comprehensive selection of development and clinical manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. To help achieve this mission, Sern is seeking a PLC Controls and Industrial Automation Engineer (with considerations for elevated titles) to manage manufacturing and process equipment, Control Systems, as well as support facility qualifications as part of production expansion efforts. Competitive candidates will possess a strong engineering background inthe pharmaceutical or biotechnologyindustries with specialized expertise in spray drying and solid dosage form applications and associated validation packages. Those with experience with Rockwell automation software strongly encouraged to apply. Title and compensation commensurate with automation experience within biotech industry.

Sern BioScience develops and manufactures novel drug products for a variety of pharmaceutical applications. We aim to build a workforce that is collaborative, creative, and kind. In addition to the skills required of the role, qualified candidates will approach their work with integrity and enthusiasm to promote a positive work culture. Employees are awarded generous PTO accrual, low-cost health benefits, and a 5% 401(k) contribution that does not require an employee match or vesting. Want to learn more about what we do, who we are, and how you can contribute? We look forward to seeing your application.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact and Subject Matter Expert for Company SCADA system(s)
• Manage system lifecycles by identify, analyze, and design improvements and capabilities for process equipment systems
• Explore new instrumentation technologies for implementation locally and globally
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs, design drawings and specifications, design review, and protocols (FAT, SAT, and IQ)
• Develop I / O and Instrument lists as required
• Assist in conceptional design of server and network architecture
• Develop Hardware Specifications and Automation plans
• Drive and manage FAT, SAT, commissioning, and installation qualification
• Support debug, operational and performance qualification, and handover to operations
• Provide automation engineering expertise to support investigations, CAPAs, audits, inspections, permits, and other technical requests
• Provide Instrumentation oversite as a member of the Engineering Master Specification Team
• Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

Education and Experience

Physical Requirements

Compensation correlates to skills and experience presented by selected candidate. Visit https : / / www.seranbio.com / careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits Summary : Sern employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Sern covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Sern BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

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