Job Description
Join a growing team with this exciting opportunity for an I, E&C Technician in our engineering group at our Boulder, Colorado GMP facility. Work in our dynamic, fast paced, API-Biopharma manufacturing environment with the ability to contribute to the growing industry of oligonucleotide (DNA-RNA) based therapeutics.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Support and troubleshooting of the Plant Control System (PCS), Building Automation System (BAS), and automated systems associated with various utility and bioprocessing skids.
- Commissioning and troubleshooting support of on-going plant expansion with new process and utility equipment installed and integrated into the PCS and BAS.
- Hardware support includes control panel components and wiring, PLC's, Remote I/O, instrumentation, valves, and drives.
- The PCS support includes a SCADA application, Thin Client HMI's, and PLC hardware and software.
- Support operational improvements by executing minor automation modifications to SCADA, PLC, and BAS systems.
- Support day-to-day automation/controls troubleshooting as needed to limit duration of GMP manufacturing operations down-time.
- Perform user administration and management. Add and remove users to plant and skidded equipment.
- Support continuous improvements of automation systems' practices, procedures, maintenance, and spare parts programs to reduce risk of down time and provide enhanced compliance.
- Support Validation activities for manipulating equipment or troubleshooting issues during execution of automation Factory Acceptance Test, Site Acceptance Test (FAT/SAT), and Installation and Operational Qualification protocols.
- Perform job functions and responsibilities independently and with limited direction.
- Coordination of instrumentation support activities including emergency repairs, spare parts, and electronic asset management system.
- Provide support of GMP activities including updating and reviewing User Requirements, Functional and Detailed Design Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Change Controls (CCs), User Access Management, Deviations (DEVs), and participating Corrective and Preventative Action plans (CAPAs) investigations.
- Provides technical support as I&C subject matter expert (SME) for engineering projects towards improvement of processing equipment, utilities, and facilities instrumentation.
- Provide support for troubleshooting industrial control networks such as Ethernet and BACNet.
A successful person in this position will:
- Support multi-discipline manufacturing processes with respect to the inspection, evaluation, repair, maintenance, installation and/or enhancement of process instrumentation and automation.
- Be a self-starter, accountable for their activities and manage a varied workload of controls, calibration and "on-demand" maintenance activities.
- Demonstrate a positive, service-based, "Client" first attitude.ork integrally with other departments and internal clients in a team environment.
- Solve complex problems requiring breadth / depth of knowledge of technical disciplines, operations, procedures.
- Communicate effectively and keep employees updated regarding the status of calibrations, repairs, and work orders (scheduled and un-scheduled).
- Have familiarity working in regulated environments (GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing).
- Familiarity working with industrial chemical systems and processes.
- Document each calibration and maintenance activity accurately and in a compliant manner within the service database (Regulatory Asset Manager).
- Demonstrate the Agilent core values of trust, speed, integrity, focus, accountability and teamwork.
Qualifications
4 or more years of combined experience with automation/controls in pharma/biopharma and fine chemicals industry. Knowledge of industrial electrical equipment and related maintenance, troubleshooting techniques, and safety standards.
Preferred Qualifications
4 or more years of experience with Rockwell Automation Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000 and 500 programming, GE Proficy iFix and Rockwell FactoryTalkView SCADA applications, Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, and SLC Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), PanelViews, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) operations and configuration, Thin Client Thin Manager, Win911 alarm notification software., Siemens Insight and Desigo Building Automation Systems. 4 or more years of experience working in a GMP / FDA regulated environment. Familiarity with Title 21 CFR Part 11 Data Integrity Fundamentals. Ability to interpret and create electrical one-line diagrams and controls drawings. Ability to read P&IDs. Experience using Fluke multi-meters / process meters for electrical troubleshooting. Self-motivated, hands-on problem solver with the ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams. Practical knowledge of process, utility, and building control systems. Practical knowledge of PC hardware and operating systems. Demonstrate strong working knowledge of PC based programs
The US pay range for this full-time position is $40.46 - $63.22/hr, plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum new hire pay for the position across the relevant US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Additional details are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations/americas/united-states/
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Pay Range$40.46-$63.22
The salary range for this position may differ based on your actual work location. Eligible for Company Car No
Benefits in Brief
Travel RequiredOccasional
ScheduleSchedule:Full time
ShiftDay
DurationNo End Date
Job FunctionServices & Support
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