Staff Automation Engineer

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Staff Automation Engineer

What we do

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Role reports to:

Sr Manager Engineering and Automation

Location:

North America, United States, Pennsylvania, Lititz

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

The Staff Automation Engineer will provide technical leadership and automation support to the manufacturing plant.

The position will be responsible for managing and delivering automation projects from concept to post implementation including developing project scope, user requirements, appropriation requests, time-lines and budgets, qualification plans, approving equipment specifications and documentation to meet current company, corporate and government requirements. Managing the

purchase, installation and start-up of equipment and system including adherence to compliance,cost and time schedule requirements while applying best practices tools for project management

Key Responsibilities

• Develops, Reviews and approves Computer System Validation documentation as required.

• Provide technical support for automation and digitalization projects including system design and development, capital project execution, manufacturing technical support, new product introduction and process improvement initiatives with responsibility for assisting with project execution and site stakeholder alignment.

• Accountable for project capital plan, monthly and quarterly expenditures and cashflow forecast, contingencies, and scope management.

• Manages all tasks based on the responsibilities for project phases (Concept, Planning, Design, Implementation and Post-Implementation).

• Manage the project implementation team including external consultants and contractors.

• Manage projects using Project Management tools as project timeline, kickoff meetings, risk and mitigation logs, issue and action logs, decisions log, change logs and stabilization plan between others.

• Act as an area owner and be responsible for the long range financial plan (LRFP) and the integration with the 5 year asset replacement plan.

• Manages, plans and executes automation assignments generally involving complex projects.

• Performs complex assignments often requiring development of new or improved products/processes/techniques.

• Responsible for the technical support for manufacturing troubleshooting and quality investigations. Participates in development of short- and long-term solutions to prevent recurrence.Engage in collaborative partnerships with cross-functional peers and management to foster teamwork and enhance project outcomes.

• Develops, reviews and approves Computer System Validation documentation as required.

• Performs other related duties as required

What are we looking for

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum BS/BA degree in a directly related field (Engineering or related)

• At least 6 years of IT or Automation experience in a manufacturing environment

• Must posses a demonstrated ability to lead both internal and external technical resources in a collaborative team

• Experience managing large capital projects adhering to a schedule and budgetary constraints

• Must possess specialised proficiency in PLC based control systems, SCADA systems and diverse electronic control systems

• Detailed understanding and adherence to ISA S88 and S95 Standards for Batch Controls and MES implementations

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated FPX project management results, FPX or PMP certification

• Specific experience in managing engineering teams

• Strong understanding of Isolated Computing Environments (ICE Networks)

• Ability to troubleshoot complex automation software systems

• Capable of crafting and modifying complex factory floor control systems

• Ability to work in a highly matrix-ed environment

• Experience with Allen-Bradley, B&R and Aveva knowledge preferred.

What’s in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:

$110,500.00 - $156,000.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

• Learning & Development Opportunities

• Kenvuer Impact Networks

• This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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