Lead Controls Engineer, Operational Technology

Overview

Lead Controls Engineer, Operational Technology

United Therapeutics is a public benefit corporation focused on developing treatments for rare diseases and technologies expanding transplantable organs. Our mission includes delivering therapies for PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and related conditions, with a focus on patient outcomes.

Who you are

The Lead Controls Engineer will provide expert knowledge, guidance, and leadership in the design, implementation, and support of complex distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation systems, and environmental monitoring systems including Schneider EcoStruxure, AVEVA (WW) Archestra, and Elpro in a regulated, validated environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Operational Technology Automation team.
• Participate in and lead projects as a subject matter expert in automation systems for upgrades and/or new implementations.
• Provide expert support of distributed control systems, manufacturing and packaging automation systems, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs and field devices under strict change control.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on systems and/or equipment as required.
• Perform network troubleshooting, database troubleshooting, and code troubleshooting and revisions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and validation teams on system configuration, network architecture, software requirements, graphics, programming, and sequence of operations.
• Review automation system specifications, programming standards and implementation plans. Verify standards are met; ensure GAMP/cGxP procedures and testing are followed.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or information technology.
• Minimum 8 years of automation experience including PLC programming and connectivity, Industrial Networking and Schneider EcoStruxure, Wonderware Archestra, and Elpro Environmental Monitoring.
• Prior experience working in an FDA regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience working on construction projects.
• Organizational skills including the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently, and manage resource procurement and utilization.
• Superior database maintenance / development experience.
• Computer hardware / software validation and change control experience.
• PLC programming and connectivity.
• Industrial Networking.
• Schneider EcoStruxure, AVEVA (WW) Archestra, and JCI Metasys.
• Experience working in small, fast paced project teams; ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Portfolio Management Professional (PMP).

Job Location

United Therapeutics requires this candidate to be on-site in our Durham, NC location 100% of the time.

Benefits

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please review the company benefits page.

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.