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Merck & Co. is an American pharmaceutical company founded in 1891 as the United States arm of the German firm Merck and made independent after the First World War, trading as MSD outside the United States and Canada. Its portfolio is dominated by the immuno-oncology drug Keytruda, alongside vaccines such as Gardasil and Vaxneuvance, hospital acute care products, and a large animal health business covering livestock and companion animals. The company is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and spends a very large share of revenue on research into oncology, infectious disease and cardiometabolic therapies.

Job Description

A graduate rotation automation engineer role is available for graduates with curious minds who have a passion in automation.

In this role, you will be provided with full training and have an opportunity to develop and learn all about manufacturing process getting hands on experience with various automation and data analytics technologies such as OEM PLC platforms from RockwellSiemens, BMS Control Systems, Distributed control systems (ABB & DeltaV) and Power Bi Platforms.

You will contribute to the High Performance culture within the automation and data analytics team, providing a flexible, accurate service to enable the department to achieve our Manufacturing Division key priorities.

You will be an active member of the Automation team reporting to the Site Automation Lead. Your primary responsibilities will include providing project support and support to Operations on a daily basis. During your graduate placement, you will have the opportunity to rotate across the various technology areas highlighted above.

Responsibilities:

  • Development of Process Control Applications on various automation platforms
  • Provide day to day support to Operating Areas for Automation components of the process
  • Ensure adherence with standards, following business processes in the execution and support of Automation systems
  • Manage daily tasks like user access reviews, backup and restore tasks, installtroubleshootdecommission equipment
  • Participate in daily Tier calls, taking responsibility to collaborate with customers to address daily operational issues.
  • Comply with Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute current Good manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day to day activities and all applicable job functions.
  • Work collaboratively to drive a safe and compliant culture
  • Development and support of analytical dashboards to address business needs

Core Competencies (Technical):

  • Some knowledge of Computer System Development Lifecycle is preferred
  • Some knowledge of automation systems is preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job related computer applications required

Core Competencies (Business):

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues in a team environment
  • Self motivated
  • Effective time management, multi-tasking and problem solving skills

Qualifications

  • Degree Qualification 2:1 ideally in a related Automation, Engineering, Computer or other Technical discipline

PQ20

Required Skills:

Automation Engineering, Automation Engineering, Business Processes, Chemical Engineering, Core Competencies, Data Analysis, Distributed Control System (DCS), Distributed Systems, Engineering Design, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Communication, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Microsoft Power Business Intelligence (PBI), Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Process Manufacturing, Professional Engineering, Project Management, Project Management Support, Regulatory Requirements, Self Motivation {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/19/2026

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