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Electrical Automation Engineer 2 (Fort Worth, TX)

Smith+Nephew · Fort Worth, TX

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Level
Engineer
Team
Controls
Travel
10%
Degree
Required
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Medical devices
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at Smith+Nephew (medical devices) in Fort Worth, TX. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

They ask for
3+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, Automation
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 10% travel

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How this role compares

Against 76 other live controls postings in Texas.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $90k–$132k, from 9 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ PLC 84%
  • ✓ Automation 77%
  • Robotics 38%
  • EHS / safety 27%
  • Root cause 22%
  • Python 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, Six Sigma, FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 40 lbs

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Full description from Smith+NephewAs posted on their careers site.Show

requirements

toward the successful installation and start-up of a new Biotherapeutic Manufacturing Area including manufacturing support of sustained operations while in a production state.

This role is accountable for determining and delivering automation solutions to an approved budget and schedule commitments while meeting required GMP and Part 11 standards, thus will be required to follow an established project plan structure and lead/contribute to delivering on-budget, on-time, along with the capability to receive FDA and Health Canada Approvals.

Job

requirements

for equipment will include, but not limited to: URS development, FAT execution, installation support, commissioning / validation, SOP development, Preventive Maintenance job plan development, production support, and efficiency improvement initiatives.

This role will require the incumbent to lead investigator for authoring change control documentation, authoring / supporting deviations / manufacturing non-conformances and CAPAs, and authoring risk assessments.

This position does not offe r visa sponsorship now or in the future.

What will you be doing?

  • ✓Function as an Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to equipment or systems regarding troubleshooting operations and/or changes to improve efficiency. Required to be actively involved in daily operations when required to meet schedules or to resolve complex problems. Routinely audit the operational performance and regulatory compliance of a moderate number of equipment items or systems of significant complexity. Work with multiple departments in developing

requirements

and recommendations for system modifications. Guiding and mentoring junior team members on automation best practices and methodologies.

  • ✓Technical translation and execution of all validation

requirements

for new and/or modified manufacturing, and utilities equipment/systems, ensuring equipment and utility systems are available for GMP Manufacturing, in a state of compliance, and reliably performing to their validated function. Active participation of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Commissioning of new equipment, IQ/OQ/PQ, Validation Summary Reports, Part 11 Compliance, etc, as required for Manufacturing, Utilities, and Computerized systems.

  • ✓Develop and lead one or more projects, ensuring technical alignment with the commercial and marketing strategy for the project and managing the project and project team to key milestones and targets. Drives the development and operational delivery of the project plan in accordance with Project Management best practices, Smith+Nephew SOPs and Guidance Documents, and the product profile. Manages Project risks, budget, schedule variance, and change management for the project. Reports to executive management as appropriate. Completes capital requests and purchase orders as needed to support projects.
  • ✓G enerate any associated quality documentation

requirements

such as SOPs, Change Controls, URS, Room Specification, Validation protocols, Job Plan instructions, Non-Conformances, and CAPAs. Will also perform Risk Assessments and/or Gap assessments for equipment, process, method, and/or facility tech transfers.

What will you need to be successful?

Education

  • ✓Bachelor's degree required in engineering or related field.
  • ✓Electrical Engineering Degree is preferred.

Experience

  • ✓Minimum 3 years of experience in a Pharmaceutical/Biotech environment or a minimum of 1 year in an Automation Engineer role with consistent performance.
  • ✓Strong working knowledge and experience of PLC’s, HMI’s, and SCADA systems.
  • ✓Demonstrated experience in Project Management of automation solutions with proven results is required.

Requirements

Up to 10% (international and domestic)

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

  • ✓Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
  • ✓Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
  • ✓Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
  • ✓Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoptio
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Electrical Automation Engineer 2 (Fort Worth, TX)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

The Electrical Automation Engineer 2 will provide support towards pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, critical utility systems and facility, for technical GMP

Certifications

  • •EIT/PE License preferred.
  • •Lean/Six Sigma certification highly desired.
  • •PMP certification a plus

Knowledge

  • •Working knowledge in aseptic manufacturing and fermentation processes is a plus.

Competences

  • •Design documentation, Equipment manual, and P&ID interpretation (in the English language)
  • •Adherence to Quality Systems and Good Manufacturing Practices with proper attention to detail
  • •Demonstrated ability to work in a professional, multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team as a group leader, facilitator, or participant.
  • •Ability to influence team members, peers, and senior managers.
  • •Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • •Ability to prioritize multiple projects along with multitasking
  • •Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • •Ability to identify opportunities to implement automated systems and optimize existing automation processes.
  • •Software: MS Project or Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Physical Demands

  • •While performing the duties of this position, the Employee will be required to walk, stand, lift (up to 40 lbs), climb ladders/stairs, enter confined spaces, and work in high noise spaces. / Travel

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