Full job descriptionSenior Automation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals
I am currently recruiting for a Senior Automation Engineer for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer based in the Yorkshire area. This will be a great opportunity for someone who has experience working on various SCADA, Simens, PLCs and DCS systems for a pharmaceutical manufacturer.
Key responsibilities for the Senior Automation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals
*Lead the design, development, implementation, and optimisation of automation and control systems across manufacturing operations.
*Provide technical expertise for PLC, SCADA, HMI, and DCS systems, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.
*Collaborate with internal department such as, Production, Engineering, Validation, Quality, and IT teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
*Troubleshoot automation and control system issues, implementing effective solutions to minimise production downtime.
*Manage external vendors and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
*Support the delivery of capital projects, including system design, commissioning, qualification, and validation.
*Support and lead the junior automation Engineer for operational excellence within the team.
Requirements for the Senior Automation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals
*Degree qualified in Automation, Electrical, Electronic or Controls Engineering or equivalent qualification.
*Strong knowledge of PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar), SCADA, HMI, and DCS platforms
*Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
*Experience with delivering automation projects from concept through to implementation.
Benefits for the Senior Automation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals


*Good career development.
*Impacting life changing pharmaceutical manufacturing.
*Competitive salary


To apply for the Senior Automation Engineer - Pharmaceuticals or here more information, please contact Liam Shannon at Smart4Sciences on or email .