Engineering Specialist- Automation (Control System Engineer)

About B. Braun

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.BBraunUSA.com.

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for providing control system engineering support to troubleshoot, maintain and improvement projects of Automation and Controls systems for the Automated Equipment in a dynamic GMP regulated environment, requiring minimal downtime of the machinery.

Responsibilities include fast response for troubleshooting to sustain machinery uptime when unscheduled downtime occurs, identification of improvements, PLC programming (modifications/configuration), and preventive/corrective maintenance for automation and control systems. Participate in projects implementation as a technical Subject Matter Expert.

Some Example of Production equipment to be supported includes Solution Mixing and Delivery lines, Plastic Injection Molding, Blow Molders, Film Extrusion, Compounding, Conveyors, Packaging Equipment, Printers, Leak Detectors, Particle Inspection Systems, and Filling and Finishing machines, Solution Mixing and Delivery lines.

Expertise with some of Automation and Controls Systems including Rockwell Plant PAX, Pharma suite, FT Batch, Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal, Allen Bradley, Siemens or GE PLCs, Wonderware In-Touch and In-Batch, HMIs; Vision Systems, Robotics, Ethernet IP and DeviceNet communication protocols; VFDs, and Motion Controls Systems (robot and servo motors) are required.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Analyzes existing equipment, processes, facilities, infrastructure and systems to identify areas of improvement and recommend solutions to optimize performance.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert for designated systems/ technologies and provide technical recommendations
• Anticipate potential process related problems, risks and technical conflicts and develop the necessary contingency plans to improve business continuity.
• Performs troubleshooting and modifications to the automated equipment adhering to Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices GMP change control standards and policies.
• Creates and modifies system specifications and standard operating procedures for the systems supported.
• Trains users and peers on systems.
• Supports software life cycle efforts.
• Contributes to development of continuous improvement to systems.
• Documentation, testing, commissioning and validation support following GDP.
• Provides project implementation support.
• Performs administrative, upgrades and maintenance tasks for equipment/ control systems.
• Supervises consultants and contractors.
• Ability to manage medium complex projects without assistance.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Requires advanced knowledge of professional field and industry. Influences the development of and drives the application of principles, theories, concepts. Determines best course of action.
• Work under minimal supervision. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals. May periodically assist in orienting, training, and/or reviewing the work of peers.
• Judgement is required in resolving complex problems based on experience.
• Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Frequent contact with external contractors/vendors.
• Strong background in Automation and Control systems including Rockwell Plant PAX, Pharma suite, FT Batch, Studio 5000, Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal, Allen Bradley, Siemens or GE PLCs, Wonderware In-Touch and In-Batch, HMIs; Vision Systems, Robotics, Ethernet IP and DeviceNet communication protocols; VFDs, and Motion Controls Systems (robot and servo motors) are required.
• Proficiency in using personal computers and a working knowledge of software such as MS Excel and Word.
• Troubleshooting skills and ability to analyze, investigate and help solve technical issues involving the equipment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Be a team player.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Be a self-starter and proactive.
• Strong Knowledge of equipment safety and machine guarding procedures.
• Ability to provide technical support and assists troubleshooting equipment when unscheduled downtime occurs.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

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Expertise: Qualifications -Education/Experience/Training/Etc

Required:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 08-10 years related experience required.
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Occasional business travel required, Valid driver's license and passport

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

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Responsibilities: Other Duties:

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:

• Occasionally:Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull
• Frequently:Stand, Sit
• Constantly:N/A

Activities:

• Occasionally:Handling, Push/pull, Reaching upward and downward
• Frequently:Sitting , Standing, Talking - ordinary, loud/quick, Walking
• Constantly:N/A

Environmental Conditions:

• Occasionally:N/A
• Frequently:Proximity to moving parts
• Constantly:N/A

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise Intensity:Moderate
• Occasionally:N/A
• Frequently:Office environment, Production/manufacturing environment
• Constantly:N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

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