Automation Engineer / Senior Automation Engineer 2 - 5265

Verista’s 600 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Automation Engineer Responsibilities:

We are looking for an experienced Automation Engineer with expertise in programming automated equipment, including vision systems, high-speed mechanical assembly lines, and Fanuc robotics, primarily supporting Syringe Tub Handling platforms while additionally supporting Literature Loading and Bin Assembly and Collapsing systems.

Project Delivery Support:

• Provide automation/mechanical technical support for troubleshooting during the commissioning and qualification phase
• Perform &/or support the execution of commissioning and qualification testing on the equipment
• Provide technical support for integration of the line with site automation systems and other ancillary equipment (ie: MES)
• Perform source code review and code management for associated manufacturing equipment
• Update technical design documentation with respect to project delivery change management processes
• Support site engineering initiatives including but not limited to training/development of site staff, drafting technical procedures, troubleshooting guides

Knowledge sharing:

• Serve as a key resource to support site engineering groups
• Communicate continuous improvement solutions to respective GR platform stewards, and gain support for ideas on issue resolution
• Hands-on resource to help troubleshoot issues but also be primary point of contact for GR personnel when trying to resolve items

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience in pharmaceutical parenteral manufacturing.

• Experience working with and programming automated equipment including vision systems, high-speed mechanical assembly lines, Fanuc robotics.

• Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing ideal, additional benefit if direct experience with

1. High-speed device assembly
2. Packaging manufacturing equipment
3. Parenteral manufacturing equipment (filling/inspection lines)
4. Automated Storage Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
5. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV)

• Knowledge regarding Documentation management, and ability to execute Test Cases, Checklists and capture a pending point list with appropriate responsible and resolution
• Ability to program Rockwell PLC, FactoryTalk HMI/SCADA systems with hands-on troubleshooting experience
• Experience working hands-on with mechanical assembly machines, pneumatics, instrumentation, electrical drawings, etc
• Experience working with vendors/OEM personnel
• Strong communicator, as individual will be attending many remote meetings with Global Robotics personnel via Teams. Strong ability to escalate and work cross-functionally
• Onsite work requirements at the client facility in Concord, NC.

Why Choose Verista?

• High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

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For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

$85,000-126,528

*Verista is an equal opportunity employer.