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Actalent Principal Automation Engineer in Littleton, Colorado
Job Title: Principal Automation Engineer
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Leads and is accountable for projects and drives data based results.
Lead teams, initiatives and support for highly automated manufacturing work cells that produces parts on a 24/7 basis.
Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives.
Directs one or more major phases of complex engineering work, utilizing engineering skills to devise entirely new approaches to problems encountered in projects.
Work with global engineering teams to drive continuous improvement projects and improve the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) across manufacturing lines.
Develops new processes that have a significant impact on multiple disciplines.
Contributes to the establishment of business objectives, goals, budgets and costs as requested.
Presents complex technical information/analysis, and responds to questions from technical staff members and management regularly and effectively.
Mentors less experienced engineers.
Provides broad-based direction for subordinates and colleagues within functional area and cross functionally.
Applies technical expertise to complex tasks with in-depth knowledge of related work areas.
Employs in-depth knowledge of cross functional and related technical areas, applying knowledge to other areas.
Displays accessibility and sought out for consultation on a broad range of complex technical and industry issues engineering staff and management.
Works on complex issues where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Keeps updated on recent technical advances within the industry and applies this knowledge to products and processes.
Work may include directing technicians and junior engineers.
May work with manufacturing and other functional groups on manufacturing and regulatory compliance issues.
May contribute to the establishment of business objectives, goals, budgets and costs.
Assesses schedule requirements and plans ahead for a comprehensive solution to complex interdisciplinary issues I projects.
Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) where skill sets make it appropriate.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
Bachelor's of Science degree or Master of Science degree in Engineering preferred.
Experience
Minimum 8 years experience in an FDA regulated environment including new equipment documentation, process and equipment validations, and continuous improvement identification and implementation.
Two years of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) experience required.
Must have familiarization with engineering methods, independent thinking, and company practices and policies.
Skills
Requires demonstrated skills in technical innovation, technical Leadership, mechanical or chemical engineering, fluids engineering, and cellular biology.
Requires demonstrated skills in PLC, HMI, robots, cameras, RFID systems, including troubleshooting and programming on Automated manufacturing equipment.
Must be an expert in Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs as well as other robotic systems with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex control system problems, improve production yields, define specifications for new systems, controls systems (reading and writing ladder logic), mechanical re-design and training operators and technical staff.
Knowledge of statistical data analysis tools for process analysis and process characterization: Statistical Process Control (SPC Infinity QS), Design of Experiments (DOE· MiniTab), Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS- Blue Mountain.
Demonstrated interactive skills in, cross functional participation and influence, mentoring and acceptance of guidance, technical leadership, project management, coordination with cross functional team member, team behavior, and support for subordinates, junior engineers, technicians, and management.
Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on projects. Interacts with external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Follows and develops technical specification requirements and provides significant input on technical procedures on various processes that impact multiple disciplines.
Knowledge and ability to implement FDA or regulatory requirements as necessary.
Driver for acquiring resources and building consensus across products.
Solicits and accepts the ideas of others, as well as actively contributes to an environment conducive to open communication.
Regularly and effectively presents complex technical information/analysis, and responds to questions from technical staff members and management.
Understanding of and adherence to GMP practices and FDA regulations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
Or
An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, traverse, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Target Pay Range: $143,500.00 to $179,300.00 - Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base: 20.0%
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.