Associate Manager – Automation Engineering
By Admin · IT & Software in Life Sciences
ROLE OVERVIEW
Pfizer’s Vizag manufacturing site is a critical node in the company’s global supply chain, producing medicines that reach patients worldwide. The Associate Manager – Automation role sits at the heart of this operation, ensuring that Emerson DeltaV DCS, PI Historian, and field instrumentation systems run reliably, safely, and in full compliance with GMP. This position is not just about maintaining equipment; it directly enables uninterrupted production of life-saving therapies. By joining Pfizer’s forward-thinking engineering team, you will work on complex automation projects, drive digital transformation, and collaborate with cross-functional experts. The role offers a compelling career opportunity for engineers seeking to deepen their expertise in pharmaceutical automation, validation, and compliance within a world-class organization.
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
- •Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Emerson DeltaV DCS systems, including control modules, equipment modules, phases, and batch logic to ensure seamless process control.
- •Design and maintain DeltaV operator graphics, alarms, trends, and reports while supporting DCS upgrades, migrations, and patch management activities.
- •Manage PI Data Archive, PI Asset Framework, PI Vision dashboards, interfaces, notifications, and event frames for real-time data visibility.
- •Perform system backups, restoration, and disaster recovery; troubleshoot automation system failures and implement effective corrective actions.
- •Monitor and maintain field instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, level, analytical instruments, and control valves to ensure plant reliability.
- •Diagnose communication issues related to HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus, and other industrial protocols; support control valve diagnostics.
- •Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and plant shutdown activities; optimize control strategies to improve process performance and productivity.
- •Ensure compliance with GMP, cybersecurity, and automation standards; coordinate with maintenance, operations, and vendors for reliability improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 6+ years of automation engineering experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Proven expertise with Emerson DeltaV DCS and PI Historian systems, including configuration and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in drafting software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents.
- Hands-on experience with automation compliance projects and validation master plans.
- Solid understanding of GMP, computerized systems compliance, and industrial cybersecurity standards.
- Strong teamwork spirit, excellent communication skills, and ability to train others effectively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- •Prior pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
- •Programming proficiency (e.g., Python, SQL, VBA)
- •Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- •Experience training cross-functional teams
- •Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) for problem-solving
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation. It is dedicated to the discovery, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of medicines and vaccines worldwide. The company focuses on breakthrough science to deliver innovative treatments across various therapeutic areas to improve health outcomes.
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