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Lead Engineer, PLC/DCS
Location
Colorado + 10 moreAll locations: Colorado | District Of Columbia | Florida | New Jersey | North Carolina | Ohio | Massachusetts | Missouri | Pennsylvania | Texas | Virginia
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$100K - $135K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Lead Engineer, PLC/DCS
PerkinElmer
• Provides subject matter expertise in design, implementation, and lifecycle management of automation systems • Develops full automation system architectures for biologics, pharmaceutical, and advanced therapy manufacturing facilities • Leads the creation, review, and approval of URS, FRS, and design documentation • Configures, programs, and deploys DCS /PLC modules, phases, recipes, and batch strategies • Supports 24/7 operations through troubleshooting and system optimization
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR equivalent work experience)
- 4+ years in automation engineering within GMP life sciences
- Expert-level experience with DeltaV DCS and/or Rockwell / Allen Bradley PLC/SCADA platforms
- Strong understanding of ISA‑88 batch control, ISA‑95 manufacturing hierarchy, B ACnet, ISO 16484 and GAMP 5
- Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
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