Controls Engineer
The Controls Engineer will lead and support automation projects including but not limited to new equipment, existing equipment improvements, automation initiatives, standardizations, scale-up, and validation in a cGMP regulated environment. Participate in additional process and engineering functions including development and improvement initiatives as needed for filling, packaging, chemical manufacturing equipment and other production and facilities systems as appropriate
Job
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain appropriate processes and procedures for system and equipment controls.
Responsible for developing and documenting system requirements, design, installation and testing of new automated equipment and systems.
Prepare detailed documentation of proposed changes and implement per change management procedures.
Design and implement; support and troubleshoot improvements for existing equipment, processes and systems.
Identify, propose, justify, facilitate and implement where appropriate continuous improvement projects following Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Responsible for maintaining back-up copies and change control on control programs and configuration files for plant-wide PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and servo drives.
Program and test vision systems for product inspections.
Lead Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, Installation Qualifications (IQ), Operational Qualifications (OQ), and Performance Qualifications (PQ)
Specify hardware and instrumentation for controls projects.
Lead cross-functional project teams for implementation.
Organize system for maintenance and troubleshooting of automated equipment; train Maintenance staff on basic troubleshooting procedures.
Prepare business case, cost models and financial justifications for process improvements or other engineering projects as assigned and appropriate.
Develop and provide Operator and Maintenance training related to projects.
Specify, design, program and test PLC and HMI systems.
Maintain compliance with the necessary and appropriate Quality and Regulatory requirements (such as FDA, ISO, other)
Facilitate and lead meetings as appropriate for relevant functions.
Maintain laptop with licenses for programming and troubleshooting.
Execute responsibilities for remote sites as assigned.
Experience & Skills:
Strong communications, both written and verbal
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint required
Proficient with PLC programming software such as RSLogix 500 and 5000, DirectSOFT (Automation Direct), B&R Automation Studio or similar
Knowledge of PanelView or similar HMI programming
Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics
Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent design software
Experience with VFD and servo motor drive configuration
Experience with chemical reactors is a plus
Ability to develop project plans and complete projects on time and on budget
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Project management skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar related degree
4
years applicable experience and/or training
Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort:
Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 50 lbs.
Although the associate primarily works in an office environment, while performing the duties of this job, the associate is exposed to a production environment. The associate may work near moving mechanical machinery and/or vehicles and the noise level in the work environment can be loud. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
About Us:
VWR (NASDAQ: VWR), headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, is the leading, global, independent provider of product and service solutions to laboratory and production customers. With sales in excess of $4.3 billion in 2015, VWR enables science for customers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, industrial, education, government and healthcare industries. With more than 160 years of experience, VWR has cultivated a value proposition delivering product choice, operational excellence and differentiated services to improve our customers' productivity from research to production. VWR's differentiated services provide innovative, flexible and customized solutions from scientific research services to custom-manufactured chemical blends. Our dedicated team of more than 9,300 associates is focused on supporting scientists, medical professionals and production engineers to achieve their goals.
VWR s differentiated services provide innovative, flexible and customized solutions from scientific research services to custom-manufactured chemical blends. Our dedicated team of more than 8,500 associates is focused on supporting scientists, medical professionals and production engineers to achieve their goals.
In addition to being a part of a global organization, VWR offers its associates competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits designed to help them stay healthy, plan for the future, prepare for the unexpected and balance the demands of work and home. VWR offers an outstanding benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with a generous company matching contribution; medical, dental and life insurance; short- and long-term disability; EAP (employee assistance program); flexible spending account (FSA); holiday/vacation time; work/life balance programs; and education assistance.
At VWR, our associates are the framework of who we are and how we succeed.
We value their accomplishments and offer long-lasting opportunities for growth and success. As a result, a substantial percentage of our associates have 10-, 20- and 30-year histories with VWR. Their loyalty reflects our ongoing commitment to offering great compensation, an engaging culture, and real opportunities for growth and success. VWR is a great place to work and we look forward to adding more outstanding members to our team.
Resume Submissions To VWR From Third Party Recruitment Firms Will Not Be Considered
VWR is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
VWR maintains a drug free workplace.
VWR is a US Federal contractor.
VWR and design are registered trademarks of VWR International, LLC. VWR International, LLC is aware of fraudulent e-mails referencing VWR job opportunities. Please note: VWR does not hire employees through e-mail solicitation and never requests any employee to cash money orders or send money to others. If you question the validity of a job, please visit jobs.vwr.com .
For more information on VWR please visit www.vwr.com .
Are you a current employee at VWR?
If you did not follow the Current VWR Employees link to apply to an opportunity, please click here now.
Are you a returning applicant?
Previous Applicants:
Email:
Password:
If you do not remember your password click here.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Job
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain appropriate processes and procedures for system and equipment controls.
Responsible for developing and documenting system requirements, design, installation and testing of new automated equipment and systems.
Prepare detailed documentation of proposed changes and implement per change management procedures.
Design and implement; support and troubleshoot improvements for existing equipment, processes and systems.
Identify, propose, justify, facilitate and implement where appropriate continuous improvement projects following Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Responsible for maintaining back-up copies and change control on control programs and configuration files for plant-wide PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and servo drives.
Program and test vision systems for product inspections.
Lead Factory Acceptance Tests, Site Acceptance Tests, Installation Qualifications (IQ), Operational Qualifications (OQ), and Performance Qualifications (PQ)
Specify hardware and instrumentation for controls projects.
Lead cross-functional project teams for implementation.
Organize system for maintenance and troubleshooting of automated equipment; train Maintenance staff on basic troubleshooting procedures.
Prepare business case, cost models and financial justifications for process improvements or other engineering projects as assigned and appropriate.
Develop and provide Operator and Maintenance training related to projects.
Specify, design, program and test PLC and HMI systems.
Maintain compliance with the necessary and appropriate Quality and Regulatory requirements (such as FDA, ISO, other)
Facilitate and lead meetings as appropriate for relevant functions.
Maintain laptop with licenses for programming and troubleshooting.
Execute responsibilities for remote sites as assigned.
Experience & Skills:
Strong communications, both written and verbal
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint required
Proficient with PLC programming software such as RSLogix 500 and 5000, DirectSOFT (Automation Direct), B&R Automation Studio or similar
Knowledge of PanelView or similar HMI programming
Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics
Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent design software
Experience with VFD and servo motor drive configuration
Experience with chemical reactors is a plus
Ability to develop project plans and complete projects on time and on budget
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Project management skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar related degree
4
years applicable experience and/or training
Environmental Working Conditions & Physical Effort:
Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 50 lbs.
Although the associate primarily works in an office environment, while performing the duties of this job, the associate is exposed to a production environment. The associate may work near moving mechanical machinery and/or vehicles and the noise level in the work environment can be loud. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
About Us:
VWR (NASDAQ: VWR), headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, is the leading, global, independent provider of product and service solutions to laboratory and production customers. With sales in excess of $4.3 billion in 2015, VWR enables science for customers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, industrial, education, government and healthcare industries. With more than 160 years of experience, VWR has cultivated a value proposition delivering product choice, operational excellence and differentiated services to improve our customers' productivity from research to production. VWR's differentiated services provide innovative, flexible and customized solutions from scientific research services to custom-manufactured chemical blends. Our dedicated team of more than 9,300 associates is focused on supporting scientists, medical professionals and production engineers to achieve their goals.
VWR s differentiated services provide innovative, flexible and customized solutions from scientific research services to custom-manufactured chemical blends. Our dedicated team of more than 8,500 associates is focused on supporting scientists, medical professionals and production engineers to achieve their goals.
In addition to being a part of a global organization, VWR offers its associates competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits designed to help them stay healthy, plan for the future, prepare for the unexpected and balance the demands of work and home. VWR offers an outstanding benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan with a generous company matching contribution; medical, dental and life insurance; short- and long-term disability; EAP (employee assistance program); flexible spending account (FSA); holiday/vacation time; work/life balance programs; and education assistance.
At VWR, our associates are the framework of who we are and how we succeed.
We value their accomplishments and offer long-lasting opportunities for growth and success. As a result, a substantial percentage of our associates have 10-, 20- and 30-year histories with VWR. Their loyalty reflects our ongoing commitment to offering great compensation, an engaging culture, and real opportunities for growth and success. VWR is a great place to work and we look forward to adding more outstanding members to our team.
Resume Submissions To VWR From Third Party Recruitment Firms Will Not Be Considered
VWR is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
VWR maintains a drug free workplace.
VWR is a US Federal contractor.
VWR and design are registered trademarks of VWR International, LLC. VWR International, LLC is aware of fraudulent e-mails referencing VWR job opportunities. Please note: VWR does not hire employees through e-mail solicitation and never requests any employee to cash money orders or send money to others. If you question the validity of a job, please visit jobs.vwr.com .
For more information on VWR please visit www.vwr.com .
Are you a current employee at VWR?
If you did not follow the Current VWR Employees link to apply to an opportunity, please click here now.
Are you a returning applicant?
Previous Applicants:
Email:
Password:
If you do not remember your password click here.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
|
|
 | |
