OverviewDescription At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.Job SummaryThe Global Equipment Engineering Team has an essential role within West's Global Engineering to support the company’s growth by providing state of the art production equipment and continuous improvement of the existing equipment to secure West´s technical leadership role in the market. In this role, you will be a key member in the Global Equipment Integration & Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME) team. With your team you will support equipment through the entire lifecycle process focusing on equipment controls, network connectivity, legacy equipment support and data acquisition in our global production facilities. You will work closely with other engineering functions - process engineering, quality groups, our D&T Network, plant controls technicians and other site teams.ResponsibilitiesBecome part of the global Integration and Controls equipment SME team and lead engineering, management, plant operations and global team members while working with vendors to develop engineering specifications for new equipment or required improvements on existing equipment to support the global network connectivity and data acquisition for all manufacturing equipment.Drive forward the standardization and harmonization of production equipment and associated documentation across the global network.Keep up to date on new and future controls and connectivity standards and trends in the market and identify value-added improvements which may be beneficial.Work independently and with vendors to convey requirements related to equipment controls, network connectivity, and data acquisition.Support our global site in connecting the Equipment to Network/Cloud. Specifically work with Internal team to gather what kind of data need to be presented in the cloud.Collaborate with D&T team to develop and execute the Equipment interface with MES/SAP System.Take the lead in systematic problem-solving activities if the manufacturing plants need support.Coordinate and/or execute all necessary GMP-related validations and/or process engineering evaluations as needed for manufacturing equipment.Project Management: Take the lead on equipment project management from the URS issue to PQ by applying current project management practices including the needed GMP confirm documentation.Perform drawing and code reviews to ensure equipment conforms to globally unified safety standards and major components comply with West standardization efforts.Create network drawings and work with West D&T to attach equipment to the West network for the purpose of data acquisition and remote support.Work with global D&T in supporting SCADA development, testing, and deployment.Work with plant technicians to provide elevated support in troubleshooting and repairing latest/legacy equipment.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to follow equipment-related corporate goals.EducationBachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or electrical engineering or equivalent education and experience.Work ExperienceStrong automation background and experience with CAD and SAP systems (preferred).Minimum of 5-8 years of in-depth knowledge and experience in Electrical & controls systems and network connectivity.Excellent understanding of machine source codes.Experience in managing complex problems related to system functionality and network connectivity.Proven working experience in project management, with ability to manage projects in a dynamic environment with minimal direction.Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English).Preferred Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to drive change and think creatively.Experience managing projects in the manufacturing industries and strong client-facing/internal communication skills.Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.Reading and coding in LD, FBD, IL, SCL and ST.Experience with Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, Proface, etc.Knowledge in developing Visio diagrams (Flowcharts, process steps).Proficient in AutoCAD, PowerBI and Microsoft Office programs including Visio.Functional understanding of cGMPs and ability to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies.Licenses & CertificationsSiemens PLC Certification (TIA Portal / Step 7) preferred.Rockwell Automation Certification (ControlLogix / Studio 5000) preferred.Industrial Networking Certification (PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA) preferred.Travel Requirements20%: Up to 52 business days per yearPhysical RequirementsSedentary—exerting up to 10 lbs/4 kg of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.Additional RequirementsSupport and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.Adhere to health and safety responsibilities as per safety policies.Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.Respect specifications arising from cGMP requirements and DIN ISO 15378, DIN EN ISO 9001 and DIN ISO 50.001; support Lean Sigma programs toward targets.Respect IEC guidelines and apply as appropriate.What We OfferCommunity involvement, continuous learning & development, global career opportunities, inclusive and collaborative culture, and recognition & rewards. Hybrid onsite requirement: minimum 3 days per week.ShiftDay shift 8am - 5pmHybrid working model availableWest embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Employment is contingent upon post-offer background screening where permitted by law.
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