Automation Engineer
Company: Sanofi
Location: Mount Pocono
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Automation Engineer Location: Swiftwater, PA About
the Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every
year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail
of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition,
we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and
bring hope to patients and their families. Our Team/ Overview
Sanofi is an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose:
to pursue scientific miracles to improve lives. Our team strives to
transform the practice of medicine, connecting our science to
communities in meaningful ways. Within our Sanofi Manufacturing &
Supply Ambition, we’re redefining our strategy, culture, and
processes to make a tangible impact worldwide. In this role, you'll
join the Automation & Manufacturing Systems department at our
Swiftwater site, supporting directly the manufacturing system
automation. The role will support implementation of changes to the
automation systems, updating design documents, executing testing,
troubleshooting events, and being a part of the site automation
on-call support. The role will provide Subject Matter Expert (SME)
level support of all automated process control systems used in
licensed manufacturing (including dedicated clean utilities) of the
building that the Automation Engineer has been assigned to. The
position will be the Manufacturing Systems & Automation Site
Support interface with Operations personnel, QA Compliance,
Information Systems, Engineering, Maintenance and the site wide
Automation Support technicians. The Automation Engineer must
exhibit strong customer communication skills and have in-depth
technical knowledge of process control systems and equipment used
in biotech/ pharmaceutical manufacturing and utility systems. This
position will support the highly complex automated systems
installed in the new and existing manufacturing facilities,
security and its support systems. Expected results from this
position would include hands-on support of automated system in
manufacturing (including Building Automation Systems),
troubleshooting of automated process equipment and process systems,
coordination of contractors, execution of site change controls,
aiding in the investigation of process deviations and providing
expertise for process evaluation and product improvements for
better quality and yields. The role will provide improved response
time to failures in manufacturing and implement site automation
standard procedures and Global Engineering Practices. We are an
innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the
miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company
where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless
opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch
the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities: The Automation Engineer will oversee
automation control systems within the whole site but mostly
dedicated to Buildings with DeltaV system. Key responsibilities
include: System Integration: Ensure seamless integration of
automation systems with digital applications to support production,
quality control, and data management. Deliverable Accountability:
Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards (C&Q),
including user/functional/detailed specification development, test
protocols, and system validation. Work closely with the client to
understand their needs and develop strategies tailored to their
organization through site assessments. Risk and Compliance
Management: Identify and proactively manage risks. Ensure
compliance with GMP to minimize disruptions to timelines and costs.
Training and Support: Develop and deliver specialized training
materials for staff to ensure proper operation and maintenance of
automated systems. Provide ongoing support post-implementation.
Collaboration and Documentation: Collaborate with Manufacturing,
Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, and Tech Transfer departments to
capture and document detailed requirements. Standards and Best
Practices: Develop standards and best practices for development and
validation activities. Lead cross-functional teams through design
reviews and user acceptance testing during the development change
and validation process. Operational Meetings: Participate in
facility operational meetings to ensure facility reporting needs
are met. Operational Oversight: Oversee the daily monitoring,
troubleshooting, and support of automation systems (PLCs, SCADA,
DCS, and other control systems) to ensure continuous production
with minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. Continuous
Improvement: Identify, propose, and implement process and system
improvements to enhance automation performance, reduce costs, and
improve flexibility in manufacturing operations. Cross-Functional
Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, production, quality,
IT, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of
automation systems with production goals and regulatory
requirements. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure that all
automation activities comply with GMP, safety standards, and other
relevant regulations. Lead efforts to manage risks associated with
automation systems and address any compliance issues proactively.
On-Call Support: Be available to provide “on call” support during
off-shift hours, based on a rotating schedule, to support
manufacturing operations. Local specificities Additional
Accountabilities Expertise in DCS, PLC, SCADA, BMS, EMS and HMI
systems. Knowledge of IoT device integration. Experience in
biopharma automation. Understanding of ISA-95, ISA-88 standards.
Problem-solving and project management skills. Cybersecurity
awareness for automation systems. About you Experience: Education:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical, chemical, mechanical,
automation, Computer Science, Biotechnology, and/or applicable
technical field related to engineering in the biopharma sector.
Automation and Engineering: Minimum 4 years of direct experience in
DeltaV or similar Control System and automation support within
biopharma or related industries. Process Control Systems: Knowledge
in systems like DCS (DeltaV), SCADA, PLCs, and related automation
technologies in a manufacturing context. Machine connectivity
understanding with data acquisition from PLCs into higher level
applications like Historian, ERPs, etc using current technologies
like OPC. ? Soft and Technical Skills: Team Collaboration: Ability
to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Analytical
Skills: Problem-solving abilities. Communication: Effective
communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders across
projects. ? Languages: English: Proficiency in both written and
spoken English. Disclaimer The above information was designed to
indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
employees with this job description. It is not designed to contain
or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned
to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to
reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or
otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. Why
Choose Us? Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a
supportive, future- focused team. ? ? Discover endless
opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether
it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or
internationally. ? ? Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards
package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your
impact. ? ? ? Take good care of yourself and your family, with a
wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality
healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’
gender-neutral parental leave. ? Sanofi Inc. and its U.S.
affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers
committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry;
nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status;
sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual
orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability
for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical
cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal
to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected
by law.? GD-SP ? LI-SP LI-Onsite vhd All compensation will be
determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may
be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs,
and additional benefits information can be found here.
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