Automation Engineer

Location: Paulsboro

Discover Veranova:

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry.

Our commitment to uncompromising focuses on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview:

This role supports daily production operations by troubleshooting and maintaining Delta

V DCS and Allen Bradley PLC systems, assisting with instrumentation and electrical needs, and monitoring automation system health to identify improvement opportunities. It also executes capital projects, including automation and instrumentation design for large initiatives and full ownership of smaller automation-focused projects. Additional responsibilities include supporting equipment validation, maintaining control system documentation, advancing equipment safety, and managing the OT network.

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversee automation and control system design activities for assigned projects.
• Develop controls sections of User Requirement Documents (URDs).
• Analyze safety instrumented systems and design safety-rated interlock systems.
• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for controls-related project work.
• Manage external contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Own all plant-level control architectures, programming, and documentation.
• Serve as the site expert for control systems to ensure effective in-house troubleshooting and updates.
• Participate in ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and update all automation and control system hardware and software documentation.
• Maintain control system backups, recovery systems, and procedures.
• Apply cGMP requirements to all job functions and ensure compliance in all documentation.
• Support audit readiness and participate in FDA, regulatory, and customer audits as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on skills and business needs.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or 7+ years of practical experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in process control and automation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to read and interpret repair manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good technical writing skills.

Preferred

• Experience with technical concepts, practices, and procedures in bulk pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing.
• Experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and programming of Delta
  
  V Distributed Control Systems and Allen Bradley PLC systems.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000 annual base salary

Our Commitment:

• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Financial Wellness:
  Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
• Professional Development:
  Opportunities for continuous learning through Linked In Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
• Inclusive Culture:
  At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

Agency and Search Firm Representatives:
Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and…