embecta is a global diabetes care company that is leveraging its 100-year legacy in insulin delivery to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through innovative solutions, partnerships and the passion of more than 2,000 employees around the globe.
Why join us?
A career at embecta means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work.
Here our employees can fulfill their life's purpose through the work that they do every day.
You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture.
Our Total Rewards program - which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth and life balance components - is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global employees.
Senior Automation Engineer Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology, continuous improvement, and collaborating in a dynamic environment?
We're seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to be part of our engineering group, providing crucial support in a high-volume, fully automated manufacturing setting.
In this role, you'll lead automation initiatives, troubleshoot, and optimize our processes and equipment while driving continuous improvement.
What You'll Do: Lead plant-wide automation projects, working closely with vendors on the design, procurement, evaluation, and acceptance of new equipment.
Lead and mentor a team of talented Automation Technicians, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth.
Use Lean, Six Sigma, and Project Management techniques to continuously improve our automated equipment and processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor equipment performance, using proven troubleshooting and problem-solving methods to identify and address root causes.
Provide front-line technical support and leadership to Engineering, Operations, Validation, Development, and Quality teams.
Manage software revision control systems and support plant-wide automation change management processes.
Assist the Validation team with new process validation, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions (NPI).
Conduct risk assessments for new equipment and tasks, driving proactive actions to reduce safety risks and improve workplace safety.
Contribute to budget preparation and work towards cost-effective solutions.
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives, including Lean, LDMS, and Blitz events.
Support the training and development of Engineering Technicians, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
Take on additional duties as required, contributing to the team's overall success.
Education and Experience A B.Eng.
in Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in Equipment Automation, Software, or a similar role.
In-depth knowledge of Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation products, with the ability to write code from specifications.
Experience with high-speed vision systems (Cognex) and control networks & communication systems (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet).
Proficiency in programming and troubleshooting Motion Control Systems (Allen Bradley, Emerson).
Experience in the development, deployment, and maintenance of SCADA/HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Schneider).
A creative problem solver with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
People management experience is a plus, but not required.
Familiarity with Object Oriented Programming and SQL Server/database design is a bonus.
embecta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.