Automation Equipment Support Engineer

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day automation support for GMP manufacturing equipment and process systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve PLC, HMI, SCADA, and controls-related issues to minimize production downtime.
• Support operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams during investigations, deviations, and technical escalations.
• Execute and support automation changes through established change control processes.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Support equipment upgrades, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for new and existing equipment.
• Maintain automation documentation, system lifecycle records, and technical specifications in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Contribute to improving equipment reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.

Preferred

• Biologics, vaccine, or large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Exposure to commissioning, qualification, and validation activities.
• Experience supporting process equipment such as bioreactors, CIP/SIP systems, chromatography skids, filtration systems, utilities, or filling equipment.
• Understanding of GAMP 5 and data integrity principles.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3-6 years of experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated process equipment in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with one or more platforms such as:
• DeltaV
• Siemens PCS7 / TIA Portal
• Rockwell / Allen-Bradley
• FactoryTalk

Wonderware

• Familiarity with GMP requirements, deviations, CAPAs, and change control processes.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be a hands-on automation engineer who can quickly diagnose technical issues, partner effectively with manufacturing and maintenance teams, and drive improvements that enhance equipment reliability, compliance, and operational performance.

Why CAI

CAI is a global professional services firm focused on operational readiness and performance excellence within the life sciences industry. We believe in building long-term partnerships with our clients and investing in the development of our people. If you are looking for the opportunity to work on challenging projects in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.