ZETA

Sr. Automation Engineer

ZETA  •  $401k/yr  •  King of Prussia, PA (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

ZETA is a globally active solutions provider that supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies in bringing vital medicines – such as insulin, infusions, and cancer treatments – to market faster and more efficiently.
As an innovation leader, we combine technical expertise with digital excellence, covering everything from planning and construction to automation and qualification of customized process systems. In addition, we take on full responsibility for complex projects as an EPCMV partner, drive digital transformation, and develop sustainable strategies for decarbonization.

Sr. Automation Engineer


Location: King of Prussia
Contract: Full-time employee
Start: 07.09.2026

Your tasks

This is a senior‑level role for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, fast‑moving environment and enjoys implementing solutions on real equipment. You’ll lead automation projects for major biotech and pharmaceutical clients, working across brownfield integrations (about 70% of our work) and greenfield builds. You’ll own everything from design through commissioning, and you’ll be the person our clients trust when they need a system to work reliably in a GMP environment.

If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and the chance to work with multiple platforms and technologies, this is the kind of role where you’ll never be bored.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design, implementation, commissioning, and startup of automation and control systems for biotech and pharmaceutical processes.
  • Integrate new equipment into existing manufacturing systems and lead greenfield automation builds.
  • Develop, review, and troubleshoot automation code, functional specs, and system architecture.
  • Write and execute GMP‑compliant commissioning, qualification, and validation documentation.
  • Serve as a technical leader on client projects, guiding internal teams and mentoring junior engineers.
  • Work directly on customer sites to diagnose issues, optimize performance, and support production.
  • Collaborate with process, equipment, and CQV teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Contribute to building internal standards, best practices, and scalable processes as our team grows.

Your profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • 7–12 years of experience in automation/controls engineering within biotech, pharma, or medical device manufacturing.
  • Strong experience with Rockwell Automation (PLC, SCADA, FactoryTalk).
  • Experience with DeltaV or the ability to learn it quickly.
  • Deep understanding of S88 batch concepts and process automation fundamentals.
  • Mandatory GMP experience, including writing and executing qualification protocols.
  • Experience with databases (SQL Server), industrial networks/OT, and plant‑floor interfaces.
  • Familiarity with equipment such as bioreactors, filtration skids, CIP/SIP systems, and hygienic utilities.
  • Ability to work independently, manage client expectations, and lead technical decision‑making.
  • Willingness to travel as needed and be on‑site in King of Prussia at least 3 days per week.

We offer

Free coffee
Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits
competitive PTO & vacation
401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
Travel & training
Free coffee
Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits
competitive PTO & vacation
401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
Travel & training

competitive PTO & vacation

  • Free coffee
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Benefits
  • competitive PTO & vacation
  • 401K with 5% employer match of annual salary
  • Travel & training
Under the motto "Let's Engineer Your Career Together" we are looking forward to receiving your application!

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ZETA USA Inc.

2200 Renaissance Blvd Ste. 170, King of Prussia, PA 19406
ZETA is a globally active solutions provider that supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies in bringing vital medicines – such as insulin, infusions, and cancer treatments – to market faster and more efficiently.
As an innovation leader, we combine technical expertise with digital excellence, covering everything from planning and construction to automation and qualification of customized process systems. In addition, we take on full responsibility for complex projects as an EPCMV partner, drive digital transformation, and develop sustainable strategies for decarbonization.

Sr. Automation Engineer


Location: King of Prussia
Contract: Full-time employee
Start: 07.09.2026

Your tasks

This is a senior‑level role for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, fast‑moving environment and enjoys implementing solutions on real equipment. You’ll lead automation projects for major biotech and pharmaceutical clients, working across brownfield integrations (about 70% of our work) and greenfield builds. You’ll own everything from design through commissioning, and you’ll be the person our clients trust when they need a system to work reliably in a GMP environment.

If you enjoy variety, collaboration, and the chance to work with multiple platforms and technologies, this is the kind of role where you’ll never be bored.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design, implementation, commissioning, and startup of automation and control systems for biotech and pharmaceutical processes.
  • Integrate new equipment into existing manufacturing systems and lead greenfield automation builds.
  • Develop, review, and troubleshoot automation code, functional specs, and system architecture.
  • Write and execute GMP‑compliant commissioning, qualification, and validation documentation.
  • Serve as a technical leader on client projects, guiding internal teams and mentoring junior engineers.
  • Work directly on customer sites to diagnose issues, optimize performance, and support production.
  • Collaborate with process, equipment, and CQV teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Contribute to building internal standards, best practices, and scalable processes as our team grows.

Your profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • 7–12 years of experience in automation/controls engineering within biotech, pharma, or medical device manufacturing.
  • Strong experience with Rockwell Automation (PLC, SCADA, FactoryTalk).
  • Experience with DeltaV or the ability to learn it quickly.
  • Deep understanding of S88 batch concepts and process automation fundamentals.
  • Mandatory GMP experience, including writing and executing qualification protocols.
  • Experience with databases (SQL Server), industrial networks/OT, and plant‑floor interfaces.
  • Familiarity with equipment such as bioreactors, filtration skids, CIP/SIP systems, and hygienic utilities.
  • Ability to work independently, manage client expectations, and lead technical decision‑making.
  • Willingness to travel as needed and be on‑site in King of Prussia at least 3 days per week.
Under the motto "Let's Engineer Your Career Together" we are looking forward to receiving your application!
Apply now and become part of the ZETA-Team!
ZETA

About ZETA

The ZETA Group is an end-to-end solution provider operating globally and specializing in the design, construction, automation, digitization and qualification of customer-specific biopharmaceutical systems for aseptic process solutions.

ZETA provides support after commissioning of the process equipment through targeted ramp-up as well as service and maintenance along the entire product lifecyle. True to the principle of continuous improvement, ZETA guides customers during process and system optimization as well as operator training.

As general planners (EPCM), ZETA manages major, high-complexity pharma projects and specifically reduces interfaces—from the planning and construction of the process system through the cleanroom design up to the technical building infrastructure. This design-build approach accelerates the project execution time by up to 50% and leads to creation of value earlier in the customer’s capex projects.

In the field of digitization, ZETA’s fully integrated digital value chain—from engineering through qualification and operator management—has established the company as an innovation driver in the pharma and biotech industry. ZETA is also actively taking steps towards a more sustainable future for the entire industry: By holistic decarbonization strategies that reduce targeted emissions during the biopharmaceutical manufacturing process.

Your reliable partner for biopharmaceutical projects:

• EPCMv contractor

• Plant engineering

• HVAC-, cleanroom and BMS/EMS design

• Decarbonization

• Automation

• Digitalisation

• Qualification

• Maintenance & Upgrades

• Research & Development

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Lieboch, AT
Year Founded
1989
Website
zeta.com
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