Senior Automation Engineer Night Shift

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Job Details

• Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer Night Shift
• Location: Onsite West Point, PA
• Client: Merck
• Req ID: 56397-1
• Background Check: Fully Cleared Required
• Equipment: Client Laptop Provided
• Travel: No Travel Required

Pay Rate

• Day Shift: $51/hr W2
• Night Shift: $61/hr W2

During onboarding (typically first 6 weeks), candidates will start at the standard/day rate.

Shift Details

The Hiring Manager is open to candidates who can work exclusively night shifts.

Night Shift Schedule

• 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Rotation:
  • 2 Days On / 2 Days Off
  • 3 Days On / 3 Days Off

There is typically an adhoc shutdown period around Christmas (approximately 3 weeks) during which the contractor would not be expected to work. Compensation during this period would remain at the standard rate.

Experience Required

• 4-5+ years of relevant Automation Engineering experience
• Prior experience working rotational or 12-hour shifts is highly preferred
• Life Sciences Manufacturing experience is mandatory

Top Must-Have Skills

• Hands-on experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens) and DeltaV
• Strong Life Sciences experience including Change Control, SOPs, and Documentation
• Experience with Robotics, Automation Systems, and Manufacturing Operations
• Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and client-facing skills

Job Description

The Senior Automation Engineer will support automation systems within a Life Sciences manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on expertise in PLCs, DeltaV, robotics, and manufacturing automation systems, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, system maintenance, compliance, and operational support.

The ideal candidate will have prior shift-based manufacturing support experience and possess strong problem-solving capabilities in regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA, and DeltaV systems
• Support and upgrade existing automation and control systems
• Provide technical support to engineers, manufacturing teams, and stakeholders
• Monitor and analyze automation system performance
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Follow best practices and procedures related to automation system maintenance
• Handle Change Control processes and maintain technical documentation
• Create and update design specifications, SOPs, user manuals, and operational procedures
• Participate in project coordination and automation initiatives
• Support interfaces between Data Historians, MES, and Control Systems
• Maintain and enhance troubleshooting knowledge databases and documentation

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with:
  • Allen Bradley PLCs
  • Siemens PLCs
  • DeltaV Systems
  • SCADA Systems
• Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing experience
• Experience supporting automation in regulated manufacturing environments
• Ability to work 12-hour rotational night shifts
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting robotics and manufacturing automation platforms
• Prior client-facing support experience
• Knowledge of MES and Data Historian integrations
• Experience with GMP-regulated environments and compliance standards