Senior Engineer I, Site Automation (Hopewell, NJ)

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description:

BeOne Medicines is seeking a highly motivated and organized Site Automation Engineer to join our team at the Hopewell, NJ site. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a stable, qualified, and highly available computing infrastructure and implementation of validated computer systems for the shop floor and process automation systems, in close collaboration with the Global Technology Solutions (GTS) team. The individual ensures reliable operation and implementation of all automation systems for a 24x7 commercial manufacturing facility. This role works independently, with minimal supervision and direction and will provide technical direction, Project Management support, Commissioning and SME expertise in the areas of Facility, Utility and Metrology, instrumentation /control services. Projects may often require independent decision making and exercising judgment. This role will be based in Hopewell NJ and report to the Senior Engineer II, Site Automation.

Responsibilities

Primarily support the Building Automation System.

Support the site Process Equipment.

Support projects in the design, development, and qualification of automated processes, equipment, and systems; including managing the work of internal engineers and outside vendors

Support the design, development, and qualification of automated processes, equipment, and systems and identify opportunities to improve existing processes, equipment, systems, and infrastructure

Develop and review technical documentation

Support of various Control System hardware and software

Participate and lead in controls fault analysis and remediation

Support the configuration, administration and maintenance activities of the site manufacturing and automation systems, including process control systems, building automation systems, manufacturing execution systems, and data historian

Directly support operations with troubleshooting and issue resolution with respect to computer and automation systems

Work on small cross functional teams in support of small projects or initiatives

Requires working in an industrial manufacturing environment including gowning

Support operations and ensure compliance with regulatory, corporate and site requirements

Collaborate and work closely with Automation teams at other sites in China

The ability to operate self-sufficiently and to motivate oneself is crucial for the success of this position. In addition, the ability for this person to develop and maintain transparent communication between departments is essential

Required Skills/Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or related discipline and 5+ years of biopharmaceutical manufacturing, engineering, and/or project management and at least 3 years of project management experience in biologics or GMP required.

Master’s degree and 4+ years of experience preferred

Minimum of 5+ years of GMP pharmaceutical operations support.

Strong experience with software lifecycle methodologies, 21CFR Part 11 compliance, and GxP computer systems validation (CSV)

Strong experience with the following platforms is required: Rockwell PlantPAX DCS, Allen Bradley PLC, Rockwell FTView, FTAssetCentre, MS-SQL.

Experience with Siemens PLCs, WinCC, ABT Site, and OSI PI Historian is recommended.

Experience with Ignition SCADA is a plus.

Experience with instrumentation and control panel hardware as required by the job

Experience with computer systems validation practices (GAMP)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functional teams.

Proven ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously under tight timelines.

Analytical problem-solving skills and proactive decision-making.

Ability to summarize and present project information clearly to management.

Preferred Skills/Experience

OE and/or LEAN Methodologies

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in an office environment, construction site, and laboratory or manufacturing areas.

May require up to 5% travel, including visits to partners or manufacturing sites.

Must be able to sit, stand, and use standard office equipment for extended periods.

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

Fosters Teamwork

Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback

Self-Awareness

Acts Inclusively

Demonstrates Initiative

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Continuous Learning

Embraces Change

Results-Oriented

Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis

Financial Excellence

Communicates with Clarity

Salary Range: $114,700.00 - $154,700.00 annually

BeOne is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location. Packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. The recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for a preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the listed range reflects the base salary or hourly range only. Non-Commercial roles are eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan, and Commercial roles are eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan. All Company employees have the opportunity to own shares of BeOne Medicines Ltd. stock because all employees are eligible for discretionary equity awards and to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.