Principal Engineer: Automation - DeltaV

• Develop and maintain process control automation solutions using DeltaV Distributed Control System (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Work with process subject matter experts (SMEs) to understand key process requirements and transform them into digital automated solutions
• Collaborate with business partners to understand how automation can improve workflow and productivity. Synthesize requirements from clients, customers, or end-users to develop the best automation solutions
• Provide clear documentation for delivered solutions and processes
• work closely with QA partners while supporting computerized systems validation processes in a GxP environment
• Maintain Data Integrity Assessments with the current Amgen and Industry standards
• Build the business processes to support the project scope in alignment with project timelines
• Provide rotational automation on-call support for manufacturing operations
• Maintain detailed specification and engineering policies and procedures that affect multiple organizational units
• Assist in the cultivation of a robust talent pipeline with diverse capabilities required to thrive in the present and future based on perception of team needs. Partner with the Sr. Manager and HR to recruit, coach, develop, empower, and retain staff. Ensure an ongoing organizational structure capable of adapting to evolving business needs
• Establish technical training, leadership training, and cross-training plans to continually develop staff and build breadth and depth in the organization
• Act as an expert resource for helping fellow automation engineering staff to build out robust long-term development plans aligned with their aspirations
• Lead and support functional area projects focused on improving process equipment/utilities/facilities as well as large/sophisticated capital projects to integrate new drug substance manufacturing technologies into the facility
• Lead/support technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues related to plant operations
• Lead and support new product introductions (NPI) or new technology introductions by performing automation engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes and supporting engineering and process qualification runs as applicable
• Provide day-to-day Operational Support including: Automation System Administration, Automation System Operating Systems (OS) HotFix assessments and rollout, preventative and corrective maintenance, and Automation System spare parts management
• Be constantly curious and feed your passion and interests in groundbreaking technology. Use your given time to look for new and innovative ways to do business differently, better, and more cost effectively

• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Manufacturing Automation Engineering experience
• Associate degree and 10 years of Manufacturing Automation Engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of Manufacturing Automation Engineering experience
• Master’s degree and 4 years of Manufacturing Automation Engineering experience
• Doctorate degree and 2 years of Manufacturing Automation Engineering experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Biotech Engineering
• Direct knowledge of Automation design, experience in process control engineering and troubleshooting with GMP biopharmaceutical production facility equipment/systems such as media, harvest, bioreactors, chromatography, vial filtration, ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and integrating various OEM automation software
• Extensive understanding and background in programming, design, installation and lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls, automation, and field instrumentation technologies
• Experience with Emerson Delta-V DCS system, Process Control Network design including network segregation, Process Control Systems: Virtual Infrastructure design and implementation and ability to perform sophisticated troubleshooting activities with Amgen IS, System Integration using OPC, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, and DeviceNet technologies
• A degree of high-level experience with standalone PLC systems and/or Siemens Desigo BAS is not a requirement, but would be beneficial to the role
• Ability to interpret and apply GAMPs and GMPs and familiarity with documentation in a highly regulated environment with requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, ASTM 2500, S88, and S95
• Experience in Capital Project Lifecycle Management: Conceptual Design, Scope and cost estimate development, business case development, detailed design, engineering and validation documentation, and project implementation
• Hands-on experience in developing process control strategies for New Product Introduction and New Technology Deployment for Drug Substance Plant Operations
• Experience with continuous improvements resulting in enhanced safety, system reliability, and productivity (e.g. cycle times, and reduced plant utilities usage etc.) related to Drug Substance Plant Operations
• The ideal individual must be a self-directed standout colleague ready to mentor and develop engineering staff and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making
• Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills

Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards