Job Summary: Our client, a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer for a 6-month contract role within a GMP-regulated Oral Solid Dose (OSD) manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will support and enhance site automation systems, troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement and automation projects while ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical and regulatory standards. Responsibilities: Provide technical support for automated manufacturing and packaging equipment within the OSD facility Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize PLC, HMI, SCADA, and related automation systems to ensure maximum equipment uptime and performance Support automation upgrades, system modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations Configure and support automation platforms including Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, and similar technologies Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and Global Automation teams to implement site and corporate best practices Support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities including FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, GAMP, ANSI/ISA, and related pharmaceutical industry standards Participate in change controls, deviations, CAPAs, risk assessments, and audit readiness activities Contribute to site automation strategy, innovation initiatives, process optimization, and digitalization projects Mentor and support team members to enhance automation knowledge and site capability Requirements: Degree in Engineering, Automation, Robotics, Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years experience in GMP manufacturing with strong automation expertise; pharmaceutical manufacturing experience highly desirable Broad understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, validation activities, and regulatory requirements Proficiency with automation systems including Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, or similar platforms Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial automation technologies Understanding of GAMP, ANSI/ISA standards, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and GxP requirements Familiarity with ISPE standards and pharmaceutical validation practices is advantageous Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and data analysis skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Fluent written and spoken English #LI-PC2 Skills: PLC Siemens Mitsubishi Omron GMP SCADA GAMP