**Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients** 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. **Sr Automation Engineer (Delta-V)** **What you will do** Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role as a senior member of the Automation Engineering team, you will support process automation initiatives that require understanding of analytical problem-solving techniques, project management, lifecycle management and Operational Excellence. Additionally, the person will be accountable for providing project leadership and daily operational support to the Automation Engineering team at the Amgen Rhode Island site Amgen is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer, internally known as a Sr. Manufacturing Systems Engineer, in our pioneering Rhode Island facility to join the Automation Engineering team within the Facilities & Engineering department and who will work with the Associate Director of Automation. We are seeking a person with a strong background in DeltaV batch implementation in a biotech environment. Key Responsibilities include: + Leads and supports capital project planning and execution + Facilitates the application of automation engineering principles in the design, specification, construction, startup, and validation of GMP process and utilities equipment and systems for capital projects of scope and complexity + Leads and supports technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and trouble shooting on process control issues related to electrical, instrumentation and control systems + Leads and supports new product introductions or new technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes and supporting engineering runs + Devises new solutions to problems through adaptations and modifications of standard automation technical principles + Works closely with multiple subject areas, including manufacturing, process engineering, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to manage a diverse portfolio of projects + Provides technical support to commercial and clinical manufacturing as needed + Develops and implements critical initiatives for long-range planning and lifecycle upgrades of various Automation platforms with activities including managing a 5-year roadmap of systems, presenting high level scope and cost estimates to executives for annual capital funding plan, and project management of initiatives once approved + Provides mentorship to Automation Engineering team in daily operations + Communicates with multiple levels within the organization, highlighting issues and proposing solutions + Provides technical support and issue resolution 24x7 on-call support of Automation systems on a rotational based frequency + Applies experience and knowledge of industry standard processes and tools to attain an innovative organization **What we expect of you** We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The automation engineering professional we seek is a dedicated teammate with these qualifications. **Basic Qualifications:** + High school diploma / GED and 10 years of automation and/or engineering experience OR + Associate’s degree and 8 years of automation and/or engineering experience OR + Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of automation and/or engineering experience OR + Master’s degree and 2 years of automation and/or engineering experience OR + Doctorate degree **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering or related technical field + 5+ years’ experience in Process Automation Engineering in a manufacturing support environment with at least 3+ years experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries + 5+ years’ combined experience with the following product platforms: Emerson DeltaV DCS systems + Programming expertise with SCADA, PLC, HMI, and web based applications + Familiarity with industry standards for batch control systems, SDLC methodologies, S88, 21 CFR Part 11, Validation, and GAMP + Strong control system automation background. Design, installation, programming and validation of automated processes + Experience with Mammalian Cell Culture, Protein Purification, Clean Utilities, CIP, SIP, Production Services and non-GMP Utilities preferred + Experience with Tech Transfer, Process Design, and Commissioning + Experience with validation and change control methodology **What you can expect from us** 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. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: + A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts + A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan + Stock-based long-term incentives + Award-winning time-off plans + Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible **Apply now** **for a career that defies imagination** Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us. **careers.amgen.com** In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. **Application deadline** Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position. 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. 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