Automation Engineer I/II/III
Genezen · Lexington, MA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $70k–$90k
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior controls role at Genezen (pharma & life sciences) in Lexington, MA. B.S in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- They ask for
- 8+ years
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, Automation
- Base pay
- $70k–$90k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 26 other live controls postings in Massachusetts.
- Base pay
- About 35% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $90k–$157k, from 11 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 74%
- ✓ Automation 74%
- Robotics 37%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
- Root cause 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Genezen in Lexington
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Job summary
Genezen is hiring for an Automation Engineer in our Lexington, MA office. The position will be hired as an Engineer I, II or III dependent on experience level of the successful candidate. The Automation Engineer is responsible for the administration of all facilities and process automation.
JOB
Responsibilities
- ◆Provides automation support and troubleshooting services to Genezen’s operational groups.
- ◆Supports design, implementation, and commissioning/qualification of new automation systems.
- ◆Provides budgetary and schedule estimates for all automation related projects.
- ◆Leads automation specific projects to modify/improve equipment, facilities, and/or process controls with supervisory oversight.
- ◆Provides technical support and analysis for the resolution of deviations, investigations, and process issues.
- ◆Develops test scripts, automation procedures, and specifications.
- ◆Candidate will be required to carry a cellular phone and be on call to support manufacturing operations.
Requirements
- ✓Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs
- ✓Criminal background check required
- ✓Other duties as assigned
Education/certifcations/licenses
B.S in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Essential
2-8+ years relevant experience
Essential
responsibilities
to this job at any time.
- ◆This position requires a criminal background check.
- ◆Genezen participates in EVerify.
- ◆Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Genezen has operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world’s largest children’s museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live.
Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree-lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities
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The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.
Working at genezen
Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.
Skills/abilities
Troubleshoot PLC and SCADA systems
Desired
Familiarity with cGMP operations and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations
Essential
Experience with pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical equipment commissioning, validation, and performance monitoring.
Essential
Work Environment
- •Regularly sit for long periods of time
Movement
- •Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
- •Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Lifting
- •Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
- •Rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Vision
- •Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus
Communication
- •Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail
Genezen's cures value-based competencies
C ommitted to Science
We are committed to scientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.
U rgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.
R esilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success.
E xecute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.
S olutions driven for our partners
We are committed to being a proactive, collaborative, creative and open-minded partner.
Genezen's benefits
- •Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
- •Paid sick time
- •10 observed holidays + 2 floating holiday + 1 volunteer day
- •401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary
- •Share Appreciation Rights
- •Choice of several healthcare plans
- •FSA and HSA programs
- •Dental & vision care
- •Employer-paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
- •Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance
- •Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Additional details
- •Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and