The Automation Engineering Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Job Summary
The Automation Engineering Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
This role works closely with engineering, maintenance, production, and quality teams to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements while optimizing equipment performance, reducing downtime, and supporting validated equipment and processes.
Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Matching Summary
The Automation Engineering Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
PLC, HMI, and industrial controls
Read electrical schematics and ladder logic
cGMP regulations and good documentation
Troubleshoot automation, mechanical, electrical systems
Support validated equipment and processes
Nice-to-have
Continuous improvement and learning mindset
Collaboration and communication skills
Work in regulated, compliance-driven environment
Familiarity with batch control systems
Experience with vision inspection equipment
Key Requirements
Hands-on experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred)
Associate degree in Automation, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or equivalent technical field
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated GMP environments