Sr Controls/Automation Engineer

Madison, Mississippi

Planet Pharma
Apply for this Job
Sr. Controls/Automation Engineer

Cleveland, MS

12 Month Initial Contract

Pay: $45-55/hr + Benefits Offered

Must Have: Automation and Mechanical experience

About the Position:
  • This position is a key role in the our Devices focus factory. Primary focus will be on a new business startup.
  • Initial project work to bring a new device production line will include -
  • Installation/commissioning/debug of multiple new automated device assembly machines into existing cleanroom space.
  • Provide / support equipment improvements within the change control process.
  • Validation/Qualification activities for new assembly equipment and ancillary equipment.
  • Assist Project Manager with required project planning, project controls, and procurement work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Design/modify precision assembly and/or manufacturing equipment.
  • Prepare estimates for various tasks and projects.
  • Drive Continuous Improvement Activities.
  • Interface with plant and corporate groups as well as contractors and vendors.
  • Manage start-up, debug, and commission of new manufacturing processes.
  • Provide higher-level troubleshooting and problem solving for various systems / issues pertaining to automated assembly equipment and systems.
  • Provide technical support/troubleshooting for new device production line.
  • Demonstrate proactive communication and problem solving.
  • Responsible for adhering to FDA Design Control standards at all times.
  • Responsible for adhering to and maintaining all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), forms, and log books.
  • Generate technical documents, reports, equipment specifications, and interpret technical drawings/schematics
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience required (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Computer degrees are preferred)
  • 2+ year experience with programming/troubleshooting experience with automation controls, automated assembly, control systems, PLCs, HMIs, servos, and vision inspection systems is required.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs & HMIs is required.
  • 2+ years Engineering / Manufacturing experience. FDA manufacturing preferred.
  • Other preferred experience would include: Magnemotion conveyor system, ultrasonic welding, Staubli robots, Cognex and Keyence vision systems.
  • Design software experience (like AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc.) is preferred.
  • Lean Manufacturing skills and experience are a plus.
Date Posted: 06 May 2025
Apply for this Job