Automation Engineer

Description

The Automation Engineer will design, implement and maintain Engineering related process control systems to leverage technological efficiencies and energy related savings while maintaining compliance. This role will serve as Business System Lead, performing baseline system support, administrative and maintenance duties for assigned systems. The incumbent will troubleshoot application and system problems and take corrective actions.

The Automation Engineer will collaborate with Engineering and Infrastructure colleagues in order to support internal project-related requests. This role will assist in troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunities for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Compensation Data

The base salary range for this position is $102,400 to $153,600. The position may be eligible for a role-specific discretionary bonus, relocation assistance, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, paid holidays, disability and life insurance benefits, and other company-sponsored benefits. For additional information regarding our benefits and Total Rewards offerings, please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements and maintains Engineering related process control systems including building management, purified water, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive integrated IP network to leverage existing Infrastructure components and increase system efficiencies.
• Acts as department liaison with IT in the initial design and implementation of site related Engineering and IT projects regarding process automation and network management.
• Collaborates with Infrastructure and Engineering colleagues in the design and implementation of site related Engineering projects regarding process automation, site security, network management, and energy and HVAC control systems.
• Serves as Business System Lead performing baseline system support, administrative and maintenance duties for assigned systems.
• Troubleshoots application and system problems and take corrective actions.
• Provides training as necessary.
• Supports the implementation of the Global Automation Target Operating Model (TOM) to ensure standardized processes, operational efficiency, and compliance across all automation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline; alternatively, a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in business or information technology required.
• Minimum five (5) years of hands-on experience in engineering, IT, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and building automation platforms.
• Preferred experience with industry-leading systems, including Honeywell, Geo SCADA, Wonderware Aveva, Phoenix, Zenon, and Delta-V.
• Proven ability to implement, maintain, and optimize automation solutions in complex operational environments.
• Required skills in process automation systems, IP network management, and applications management.

Core Competencies:

• Business/Technical Knowledge
• Customer Orientation
• Delivering Results
• External Focus
• Fast and Focused Execution
• Innovation and Change
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Departmental Competencies:

• Communicates Effectively
• Knowledge of Policies and Procedures
• Planning and Organization
• Problem Solving

Eligibility Requirements :

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

JOB ID

39313

Job function

Engineering

Career level

Experienced professionals

Organization

BI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Working time

Full-Time

Job flexibility

On-Site

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law