The Specialist IS Automation Engineer reports to the Senior Manager of IS. The position is responsible for providing Automation Engineering support primarily at the Woburn, MA site. Specific duties include: Function as System Owner of various automated equipment and data acquisition systems. Assist cross-functional teams comprised of manufacturing, process engineering, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation with daily production execution activities such as troubleshooting, investigation and problem resolution. Define and manage compliant processes and practices for Computer Related Systems to assure fit for intended use and assure data integrity Manages and/or applies extensive technical expertise in the coordination of multiple, complex, non-routine projects involving the planning, design, reconfiguration, validation, construction, maintenance and alteration of systems, facilities or processes Provide technical support to commercial and clinical manufacturing as needed Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, automation or process issues in the field Ensure optimal and cost-effective performance and reliability for process systems Develop, organize, analyze, and present results for operational issues and engineering projects of moderate scope and complexity Communicating proactively with manager and support staff, highlighting issues and proposing solutions Provide leadership and oversight to teams, including direct supervision of contract resources. Ability to provide On-Call support coverage nights and weekends, on a rotating basis Basic Qualifications: Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 3 years of IS experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of IS experience OR Associate’s degree and 10 years of IS experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of IS experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field 5+ years’ experience in engineering in a manufacturing support environment with at least 3 years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries. Experience with Technology Transfer, Process Design, and Commissioning/Qualification Experience with validation and change control methodology Direct experience with regulated environments (i.e. cGMP, OSHA, EPA) including detailed understanding of cGMPs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with minimum direction. Demonstrated interpersonal and facilitation skills and ability to work in a collaborative team based environment. Ability to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and embrace a team-based culture Strong technical ability and hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and GE iFix SCADA systems. Relevant experience with filling/labeling and vision/inspection controls as well as GE Akta chromatography and SciLog TFF equipment a plus. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.The EEO is the Law poster is available here.VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.Please contact HR at staffing-hr-connect@amgen.com

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