Spécialiste En Ingénierie, Automatisation - Automation Engineering Specialist

Automation Engineering Specialist

Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

The Automation Engineer/Engineering Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing computerized process control and process monitoring systems (PLCs and HMIs) in a biopharmaceutical manufacturing cGMP environment. These systems include both stand alone and integrated process systems.

Primary responsibilities for role include but are not limited to the following:

• Leads and implements the Electrical / Automation projects at GCT throughout the project lifecycle in support of the site strategy for Electrical / Automation and instrumentation.
• Supports the site in Electrical/Automation tasks once the site is fully functional.
• Oversees the programming of PLCS and Electrical / Automation controls.
• Provides troubleshooting support for site controls and instrumentation, as well as technical support at the equipment/PLC level.
• Serves as the site subject matter expert in technical discussions with internal stakeholders and outside vendors.
• Serves as the subject matter expert to support timely closure of quality system records associated with Electrical / Automation systems.
• Owns and maintains the design and specifications for equipment and instrumentation.
• Develops Electrical / Automation related SOPs and performs training for users of the systems.
• Assists in establishing preventative maintenance requirements for related manufacturing systems and maintains computer configuration records (version control, back-ups and user access lists).
• Specification and documentation of user requirements and implementing requirements in a robust and efficient manner.
• Supports, oversees and executes programming, configuration, and integration of equipment.
• Completes engineering/Electrical / Automation change controls for intended modifications to Electrical / Automation systems and programming.
• Develops and executes commissioning test plans for Electrical / Automation changes.
• Participates with the IT team in the development of the industrial computerized network.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Sr. Maintenance Manager.

Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements:

• University Degree in Engineering (electrical, computer preferred).
• Engineer / Specialist: 6 to 10 years in a related position / professional engineering role with 8 years preferred.
• Hands-on experience in programming PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Wonderware, Pi Historian Electrical / Automation platforms required.
• Experience with Building Electrical / Automation systems preferred.
• Experience managing Electrical / Automation/control system projects throughout entire project lifecycle.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficiency in both English and French is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the applicable, cGMP regulations (Canada and US), good engineering practices, and good Electrical / Automation manufacturing practices for the biotech industry.
• Detail-oriented, thorough and methodical with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Able to trouble-shoot, be proactive and multi-task under strict deadlines.

Note: Position Title of Automation Engineer requires engineering designation.

Location: North America: Canada: Montreal, Quebec