Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation Engineer (on-site)

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
Base: $106,200.00 - $167,200.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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Bachelor's degree in automation or engineering
8 years relevant experience in gmp environment
Deltav or plc based system code modifications
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation Engineer to join their Enabling Facilities team in Rahway, NJ. The role involves significant technical and project management responsibilities, focusing on automation systems for a new GMP clinical manufacturing plant. Candidates should have experience in pharmaceutical operations and expertise in automation system design and troubleshooting. **

Job Summary

  • The role serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert supporting the new Modality Agnostic Chemistry Scaleup Center in Rahway, New Jersey.
  • Candidates will lead automation equipment design, system commissioning, and qualification activities while ensuring robust data integrity and cybersecurity.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $106,200.00 to $167,200.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Matching Summary

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Specialist, Manufacturing Automation Engineer to join their Enabling Facilities team in Rahway, NJ. The role involves significant technical and project management responsibilities, focusing on automation systems for a new GMP clinical manufacturing plant. Candidates should have experience in pharmaceutical operations and expertise in automation system design and troubleshooting. **

Salary

Base: $106,200.00 - $167,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Automation or Engineering
  • 8 years relevant experience in GMP environment
  • DeltaV or PLC based system code modifications
  • Automation system design and qualification experience
  • Root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills
  • GMP documentation and SOP authoring experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV Live and Batch
  • PID tuning of instrumentation and control loops
  • Knowledge of OPC and Modbus interfaces
  • Technical mentorship and training capabilities
  • Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and LOPA experience
  • Strong background in IT systems integration

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree
  • Must have US work authorization or VISA sponsorship eligibility
  • Proven experience in Pharmaceutical Operations and GMP Pilot Plants

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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