Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information

This position will be site based in Fair Lawn, NJ or Bridgewater NJ site, and will support our Laboratory Chemicals Division (LCD Operations) business unit of Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Relocation assistance is available.

Champion the divisional controls and instrumentation improvement program; develop local site(s) teams capability to lead day to day automation tasks ensure systems are backed up, maintained and secure!

• Adhering to regulatory and industry standards while designing and implementing electronic control systems (e.g. OSHA, NFPA etc.)

• Support site teams with Process Improvement Projects (PPI) involving PLC control enhancements to streamline and optimize operations

• Create and manage user documentation, such as wiring diagrams and schematics, for key applications and improvement projects.

• Use the management of Change (MOC) process ensuring safety, compliance and quality standards are upheld in all aspects of work.

• Assist with control system routine maintenance activities, outstanding maintenance and capital projects ensuring that activities are completed to plan and budget.

• Developing and maintaining documentation such as technical specifications, user manuals, training courses and project reports

• Support manufacturing engineering early equipment asset management when installing new equipment and technologies, ensuring control systems are commissioned and maintained appropriately and cost effectively.

• Develop data reporting infrastructure automate and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in key value streams

• Monthly reporting and reviews with manager regarding controls and instrumentation performance.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to develop write and implement PLC programs, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of control systems. Familiar with Rockwell, Allen Bradley, RSLogix, Siemens S7 systems.

• Experience with HMI / SCADA systems

• Knowledge of industrial communications protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus)

• Ability to develop and interpret schematics (Electrical, Wiring Diagrams and P&IDs).

• Strong interpersonal skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical partners

• Experienced in working with multi-functional global teams and leading collaboratively to achieve business objectives

• Demonstrates a self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic approach

• Capacity to think strategically and develop long-term Controls and Instrumentation improvement strategies aligned with business objectives

• Ability to analyze complicated control and system problems, identifying root causes, and implementing efficient countermeasures

• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present complex topics in a concise manner.

• Ability to make timely and informed decisions based on data, analysis, and risk assessment

• PC literate with a strong skill using Power BI, Databases, Outlook, and Excel

• Attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• ​Bachelor’s degree in engineering required

• 5+ years’ experience in Process and Control Engineering

• Experience with electrical wiring and diagrams

• Experience with developing and programming of PLC and HMI based systems.

• Experience with HMI design and configuration

• Proficiency in and electrical schematic creation.

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

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Paid Time Off & Holidays

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.