Senior Systems​/Controls Engineer

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people worldwide. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

This engineer will support or lead equipment upgrades, repairs and continuous improvement activities for the Vision Care Process Engineering Department. The role focuses on the controls systems and automated equipment used by the group, designing, developing, implementing and supporting integrated, state‑of‑the‑art equipment and control systems used in the development of new medical device manufacturing platforms, products and cost improvements.

Provide technical leadership and controls/systems engineering automation development of engineering projects. Manage and execute projects in a fast‑paced, multi‑disciplined, cross‑functional team environment. Provide controls and machine vision systems support to the Vision Care Process Engineering Labs, including metrology, shop floor information systems, equipment, and maintenance support. Develop and implement new technologies, controls and vision systems to improve cost and quality of existing strategic medical device products.

Facilitate internal resources and outside vendors in developing technical solutions for primary and secondary automated equipment. Interface with equipment vendors to ensure successful machine delivery, integration and manufacturing validation. Develop and manage project schedules/detailed work plans to meet overall program goals. Communicate status of project activities on a regular basis. Support product, platform, and cost improvement programs by delivering qualified machine controls and PLC/SCADA software.

Interface with SQA, QA and Process Engineering to successfully validate software systems. Author and execute software test scripts.

• BS in Electrical, Electro‑Mechanical, Computer Systems Engineering, or related technology degree, or equivalent training and experience.
• 10+ years of experience with development, integration and project management of automated control systems including PLCs, motion control, robotics, vision systems, HMI’s and SCADA control systems software.
• Very thorough knowledge of PLC hardware and programming (Allen Bradley, Modicon). HMI programming (Allen Bradley RSVIEW, ICONICS). Reading and understanding P&. Electrical schematic design using AutoCAD. Safety circuit design and integration. Safety risk assessments. Motor controls with VFDs. PLC network communications (Ethernet/IP). Robots (6‑axis, SCARA). Barcode scanners and vision systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair automated systems is required.
• Experience with equipment builds in a medical device manufacturing setting is a plus.
• Experience working in a cGMP and FDA regulated environment is a plus.
• Specialized training: NFPA‑79, GAMP 4/5, 21 CFR Part 11.

We offer competitive salary & excellent benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability and Life Insurance begins on your hire date.
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution.
• Paid time off – vacation (3 weeks – prorated upon hire), floating holidays and sick time.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company match.
• Employee Incentive Bonus.
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review.

This position may be available in the following location(s): US – Rochester, NY (GEHC).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $90,000.00 and $. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well‑being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.