Senior Automation Engineer

The Senior Automation Engineer will be part of a team that develops and deploys the process control system, automation, and date historian for the three new piloting facilities. The Senior Automation Engineer will bring value by applying real world experience to the design, construction, commissioning, and startup of these piloting facilities working in conjunction with world-class engineering and design consultants and pilot facility technical team. This person will contribute to operating and improving these assets to enable domestic companies to successfully run pilot scale trials and begin production of their innovative products.

This position will design and deliver a national network of pilot-scale facilities that are currently under construction. Based on a deep understanding of industrial processing, the Senior Automation Engineer will collaborate to identify process control and data system needs and convert them into robust control strategies and data historian systems that meet customer’s expectations.

This position may develop or review instrument datasheets, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and other technical documentations to achieve effective design of utility systems and process equipment. As the facilities come online, this position will be a key contributor within the Operational Technology (OT) area for installation, check out, commissioning and operation of the facilities through their expertise.

This position may evaluate a customer’s technology transfer package for deploying new control loops, particularly for any processing skid brought into the piloting facility from an external company. This position may be involved in development of the long-term capital investment strategy for the pilot plant network as we upgrade our control and data management systems.

Key Responsibilities

· Define, design, and deliver process control systems for the national pilot plant network.

· Manage the configuration of data historians, and continuously improve data management and process monitoring

· Review engineering drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other technical documentations for design accuracy.

· Contribute to process control and data historian requirements, control narratives, process safety management, Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests.

· Develop and manage the configuration, installation, and start-up of the Operational Technology in the facilities in collaboration with process integrators.

· Maintain the process control system, data historian hardware and software, and other elements of the Operations Technology (OT) to ensure a high degree of utilization.

· Develop into the process control / data historian / OT subject matter expert for the BioMADE pilot plant network team.

· Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

· Associate’s degree, BS or Advanced Degree in Engineering, Automation or related discipline (chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline).

· 10 years experience in industrial operations of biochemical facilities or chemical facilities including roles such as process control engineer, OT/data historian lead, production management, or reliability management.

· 4 years in executing process control improvements including initial control loop design, deployment of new code, and troubleshooting of control performance.

· Working knowledge of OT for industrial processes; knowledgeable in the following technologies: PLC, DCS/SCADA, HMI, and Data Historians.

· Experience working with a diverse group of contractors and vendors that contribute to the maintenance and improvement of hardware and software systems.

· The ability to be self-directed and work independently under tight deadlines. Must be motivated and able to work hands-on in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.

· Maintain and promote an exceptional standard of safety awareness.

· Proven track record in change management and project leadership, driving results through both cross-functional influence and formal contractual agreements.

· Demonstrated digital literacy and technical proficiency.

· Strong verbal and written communicator with proven experience managing records, authoring technical reports, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Job Benefits

BioMADE recognizes the importance of a happy and healthy staff that maintains a good work/life balance. BioMADE provides a comprehensive suite of health insurances, supplemental benefits, and paid time off to all regular full-time employees as outlined below. New employees become eligible for most benefits on the first day of the month following their hire date.

• 100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees. Low-cost buy-up options also available.
• Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren).
• Health Savings Account option for medical insurance.
• 100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees.
• Low-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) and with child ortho coverage.
• 100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage.
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits.
• 100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff.
• 100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period!).
• Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date.
• 11 Paid holidays and a Winter closure
• Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for new parents.
• Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite for professional development.
• Free Parking.
• Casual Dress Code.
• Free snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations.
• Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee