Senior Process Automation Engineer

Company Description

At Mindlance, we strive to deliver value through the combination of right people, processes, technologies and program management solutions. Our methods include- applying domain expertise in specific industry segments, utilizing a highly-skilled workforce, leveraging a proven global delivery model, implementing structured and scalable quality processes and methodologies and yet, staying cost-effective

All in all, our expertise lies in providing trained and committed minds to help meet your business objectives, irrespective of the stage your business is in.

Job Description

Job Description 
•    Design, Develop, Deploy and Test automation solutions using Emerson Syncade Manufacturing Execution System.
•    Act as a Subject Matter Expert for MES configuration items.
•    Act as a change owner, and champion completing MES-related changes
•    Lead cross functional meetings to gather requirements, scope, and business rationale for MES-related projects.
•    Communicate proactively with peers, project resources and management - highlighting issues, proposing solutions, and escalating challenges.
•    Bachelor s degree in Chemical/Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and technical experience.
•    Minimum four (4) years of design/development/deployment experience in Emerson Syncade MES.
•    Thorough understanding of ISA S88 and S95 models.
•    Hands-on experience in Distributed Control Systems such as Emerson DeltaV is preferred.
•    Knowledge of CSV, GAMP and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations.
•    Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.
•    Ability to work within a team, lead cross-functional teams, and work independently in dynamic environments.
•    Project engineering experience or equivalent education/certification is a plus.

Qualifications

Manager’ Notes:
THIS IS A SENIOR MES ENGINEER-- minimum of 4 years' experience is needed.
Questions in order of priority:
1. Does the candidate have DeltaV Batch programming or Syncade Recipe development experience?
2. Has the candidate worked in a Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Life Sciences or other GMP-based environment?
3. Does the candidate have experience leading or participating in capital projects?
4. Does the candidate have good oral and written communication skills – good enough to articulate technical details to non-technical audience?
5. Is the candidate available for a 6-month or longer contract?

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