Pfizer

Sr. Automation Engineer

Pfizer  •  $99k - $165k/yr  •  Andover, MN (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

  • Support the operation and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and control systems used in the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals

  • Support reliability engineering for production and support equipment

  • Provide on the floor operational support as needed

  • Support the design and qualification of improvements, changes, or upgrades to this equipment as needed

  • Support the development of design and startup documents such as commissioning plans, User Requirement Specification (URS), Functional Requirement Specification (FRS), Configuration Specification (CS)

  • Support the development of validation and qualification documents

  • Provide the execution of commissioning and qualification activities

  • Support the maintenance department as needed

  • Provide equipment maintenance history review

  • Support all investigations and audits as needed

  • Support process and component improvement projects as needed

  • Provide off-shift and on call support when necessary

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

  • Candidate should have a BS/MS in engineering or relevant discipline. Computer Science, Chemical, Electrical preferred.

  • Candidates should have a 2-4 years of experience in this industry

  • Candidate must be able to work across functional areas such as operations, maintenance, quality and regulatory.

  • Good communication skills, verbal and written, are required.

  • Knowledge of working with computers and associated applications such as MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint is required.

  • Knowledge of database applications and Delta V, Allen-Bradley PLC, GE iFix and iHistorian preferred

  • Technical writing and document review

  • Familiarity of automation network, such as Ethernet, DH+, ControlNet, etc is preferred.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

  • Experience in automation including DeltaV and equipment validation

  • Knowledge of the manufacturing process and equipment, preferably bacterial fermentation and purification processes

  • Strong problem-solving skills

  • Experience in facilitating project meetings

  • Commitment to safety and compliance with biosafety requirements

  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Minimal travel for equipment support
Ability to work off shift (Nights and Weekends) as needed

Other Job Details:

  • Work Location Assignment: On Premise

  • Last day to apply: July 10


The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $165,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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Chemicals & Materials
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10,000+ employees
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