About the Role
The Controls Engineer II plays a key role in the design, development, and implementation of automation technologies used in lyophilization systems for pharmaceutical, medical, research, and industrial applications. This position is responsible for developing and supporting PLC, HMI, and SCADA-based control systems that ensure reliable equipment performance and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission Allen-Bradley PLC applications using Studio 5000 and CompactLogix platforms.
- Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission SCADA and HMI applications using GE Proficy iFIX and related software platforms.
- Specify, procure, and support control system hardware, instrumentation, and related components.
- Interpret, develop, and modify engineering documentation, including P&IDs, Electrical and control schematics, Wiring diagrams, I/O lists, Pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, Functional specifications, User manuals, and Sequence of operations documentation.
- Create and maintain GAMP-compliant documentation, including Functional Specifications (FS), Hardware Design Specifications (HDS), and Software Design Specifications (SDS).
- Develop, configure, and maintain PC-based relational databases.
- Design and implement control systems that meet project schedules, budgets, customer requirements, and equipment specifications.
- Support value engineering initiatives, product improvements, and sustaining engineering projects focused on enhancing reliability, safety, quality, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness.
- Assist Technical Support and Field Service teams with troubleshooting and customer support activities.
- Travel as required to company facilities, vendor locations, and customer sites, including occasional international travel.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-5 years of engineering experience in industrial controls, automation, or a related field.
- Experience developing and supporting SCADA systems; GE Proficy iFIX experience preferred. Experience with Zenon is a plus.
- Experience developing and supporting HMI applications; Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms preferred.
- Understanding of ANSI/ISA-5.1 standards and industrial instrumentation practices.
- Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Strong knowledge of industrial networking and IP-based communications.
- Experience configuring and supporting PCs, servers, and thin clients in Microsoft Windows environments.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with Validation and change-control procedures for control systems.
- Experience in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience with Controls validation and commissioning activities.
- Experience with Manufacturing resource planning (MRP), inventory control, and bill-of-material management systems.
- Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Experience with Multi-vendor systems integration projects.
- Experience with Refrigeration system controls.
- Experience with Pharmaceutical or biotechnology equipment automation.
- Knowledge of GAMP 5 software development and documentation practices.
- Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 requirements for electronic records and electronic signatures.
Skills
- Allen-Bradley PLC applications
- Studio 5000
- CompactLogix platforms
- GE Proficy iFIX
- SCADA systems
- HMI applications
- Siemens platforms
- AutoCAD
- SolidWorks
- Industrial networking
- IP-based communications
- Microsoft Windows environments
- Troubleshooting
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- GAMP 5 software development
- GAMP 5 documentation practices
- 21 CFR Part 11
Location
- Company facilities
- Vendor locations
- Customer sites
Work Type
- Office
- Shop
Experience Level
- 1-5 years of engineering experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- 10+ years of directly related controls engineering experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
- Associate's degree
Benefits
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(K) including company match
- Paid Time Off annually
- Paid Holidays
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Tuition Assistance
About the Company
- SP Industries, Inc., an ATS company, develops industry-leading lyophilization and process automation solutions used by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research organizations worldwide.
- The company's core values are People, Process, and Performance.
- SP Industries leverages the ATS Business Model (ABM) to train, develop, engage, empower, and energize its people.
- SP Industries provides a wide range of innovative and high-quality scientific products that improve people’s lives.
Equal Opportunity
- SP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis and takes affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities.
- It is our policy to provide our employees and applicants with equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws and not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, pregnancy, citizenship, handicap or disability, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
- SP's Affirmative Action Plan is available through the HR Department and may be accessed during normal business hours.
- SP will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
- Employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
