Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Understand PLC system architecture, software storage locations and configuration structures.
• Apply PLC domain knowledge to bridge traditional automation environments with OT cybersecurity use cases.
• Read and interpret PLC-related configurations, technical documentation and system setup details.
• Support automation, IT/OT and OT cybersecurity software deployments at pharmaceutical manufacturing sites.
• Work with client and project teams to ensure validated automation and cybersecurity systems meet regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Support configuration management, change control and version tracking for OT software assets.
• Support computer systems validation activities across automation and OT systems.
• Assist with recovery and restoration workflows following ransomware attacks, cyber incidents or system failures.
• Contribute to CSV deliverables, with exposure to DeltaV and automation-related validation particularly relevant.
• Work within existing Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering or another relevant technical discipline.
• At least three years of experience in PLC / Automation-related work.
• Candidates with > 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for a Senior Automation Engineer position.
• Strong PLC knowledge is essential. Experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC systems is preferred.
• Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• OT or IT cybersecurity awareness is beneficial, but direct cybersecurity experience is not required. Technical training will be provided.
• Comfortable working with clients and technical teams in regulated manufacturing environments.