DESCRIPTION:

This position has the responsibility of providing advanced design, troubleshooting support and advancement of site automation technologies including production equipment and building automation. This position will provide design, programming and troubleshooting support of automated controls to plant services department for plant engineering, construction and maintenance work. This position will also manage capital and expense projects and implement modifications to existing systems. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage capital and expense projects ensuring sustainable growth of site automation technologies.
This position is expected to interact with automation daily, including PLCs, HMI/SCADAs, Building Automation, Machine Vision Systems and Robotics.  An understanding of the hardware and software of these systems is required.
Maintain building automation system including lifecycle management, modification and troubleshooting in compliance with BIAH SOPs and current industry standards.
Research and evaluate potential automation projects to determine feasibility. Provide data and proposals to management to guide site investment strategy. Develop and implement site automation improvement initiatives.
Act as automation and controls subject matter expert on large capital projects.
Support day to day site automation and controls needs, minimizing production loss. Produce and implement CAPA plans to prevent future occurrences.  Lead root cause analysis initiatives as related to automation topics.
Research new technologies, gain competency and train others after implementation.

REQUIREMENTS:
Relevant Bachelor or Associate degree Computer Science, Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college is preferred and four (4) years of professional experience.
With relevant associate degree, a minimum of six (6) years in engineering or similar discipline
With a HS degree/GED, a minimum of eight (8) years' of relevant experience in engineering or similar discipline
Understanding of low voltage controls (relays, safety circuits, drives, etc.)
Understanding of devices and interface technologies (sensors, IO modules, fieldbus and networking)
Understanding of basic mechanical design methods and techniques
Understanding of PLC programming including ladder, function block and structured text. RSLogix experience is preferred.
Understanding of building automation systems. Siemens Insight or Desigo experience is preferred.
Understanding of HMIs/SCADAs. FactoryTalkView experience is preferred.
Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing in a cross functional team.
Good project management and organizational skills.

Eligibility Requirements:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
Must be 18 years of age or older.