Manufacturing Systems Engineer: Automation - PLC

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Be part of Amgen's newest and most advanced drug substance manufacturing plant. When completed, the Amgen FleX batch facility will combine the latest in disposable technologies with traditional stainless steel equipment to allow for maximum flexibility in operations The FleX Batch facility will not only feature the best in-class drug substance manufacturing technologies with embedded industry 4.0 capabilities, but it will also integrate sustainability innovations to reduce carbon and waste, as part of Amgen's plan to be a carbon-neutral company by 2027.

• →High School Diploma / GED and 8 years of Engineering experience OR
• →Associate’s Degree and 6 years of Engineering experience OR
• →Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of Engineering experience OR
• →Master’s Degree

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Biotech Engineering.
• Direct knowledge of PLC design, experience in controls engineering and troubleshooting with GMP biopharmaceutical production facility and utility equipment/systems automation such as autoclaves, parts washers, clean steam generator, WFI pretreatment RO, WFI stills, filter integrity testers, wastewater treatment systems, and integrating various OEM automation software.
• Extensive understanding and background in programming, design, installation, and lifecycle management of standalone controls, PLC, and field device/instrumentation technologies.
• Experience with Rockwell industrial automation hardware and systems, ability to perform sophisticated troubleshooting activities, System Integration using OPC, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, and DeviceNet technologies.
• Ability to interpret and apply GAMPs and GMPs and familiarity with documentation in a highly regulated environment with requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, ASTM 2500, S88, and S95.
• Experience in Capital Project Lifecycle Management: Conceptual Design, Scope and cost estimate development, business case development, detailed design, engineering and validation documentation and project execution.
• Hands-on experience in developing process control strategies for New Product Introduction and New Technology Deployment for Drug Substance Plant Operations.
• Experience with continuous improvements resulting in enhanced safety, system reliability, and productivity (e.g., cycle times, and reduced plant utilities usage etc.) related to Drug Substance Plant Operations.
• The ideal individual must be a self-directed great teammate ready to embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making.
• Strong technical writing and communication/presentation skills.

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.