Senior Principal Controls Engineer

• Support daily operations by identifying control system improvements, addressing obsolescence risks, and enhancing equipment reliability
• Develop and implement improvement strategies that align with site priorities and long term business goals
• Troubleshoot and optimize automated equipment at the machine and system level to improve throughput, uptime and repeatability
• Advance the site’s digital transformation through automation, data integration and Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Partner with manufacturing, quality and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
• Author, execute and report on validation activities including test protocols
• Lead NCR/CAPA investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Own change control activities related to equipment and process modifications
• Serve as a subject matter expert for equipment troubleshooting and process performance issues
• Provide leadership, technical direction and innovation on complex engineering initiatives that advance plant capability
• Direct oversight of employees

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or related discipline preferred)
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in a Penicillin/Cephalosporin facility
• Onsite, full‑time role with less than 10% travel
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, safety standards, and validation practices
• Experience with automation platforms, including Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Safety PLCs
• Proficiency with Allen‑Bradley HMIs, Fanuc/Staubli robotics, Cognex/Keyence vision systems and Rockwell/Yaskawa servo systems
• Familiarity with motion control, VFDs, encoders, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Hands‑on mechanical proficiency
• Experience with Serialization and SCADA systems is a plus
• Demonstrated capability in developing and performing validation protocols
• Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies including AI‑based vision and robotics
• Exposure to Six Sigma, DFSS and Voice of Customer methodologies

Experience with Serialization and SCADA systems

• Support for Parents
• Continuing Education/ Professional Development
• Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 2 Days a Year to Volunteer
• Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability and business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) with options for employee contributions and company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Educational assistance programs
• Time-off benefits such as paid holidays
• Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• Family and medical leaves of absence
• Paid parental leave
• Commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare benefits