Automation Support Engineer, MES

Piper Companies is seeking an Automation Support Engineer, MES for a well-known biopharmaceutical CDMO in Holly Springs, North Carolina (NC). The Automation Support Engineer, MES will be responsible for providing technical support and troubleshooting for MES (Syncade) and DeltaV automation systems, while maintaining workflows and integrations in a GMP-regulated environment. The Automation Support Engineer, MES is a full-time, hybrid position in Holly Springs, NC. This is a contract role that will run until January 2026, with potential for extension.

Responsibilities of the Automation Support Engineer, MES:

• Provide technical support for MES (Syncade) and automation systems (DeltaV) in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot system issues and ensure minimal downtime for production operations.
• Configure and maintain MES workflows, recipes, and electronic batch records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement system updates and process improvements.
• Support integration between MES and automation/control systems.

Qualifications for the Automation Support Engineer, MES:

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV MES (Syncade), including configuration debugging and environment migrations.
• Familiar with Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Event Viewer, and basic scripting (VBScript, XML/XPATH/XSLT, SQL/TSQL).
• Knowledge of cGMP environments and regulatory frameworks such as FDA, S88, ISA-95, GAMP5, and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Exposure to Kneat Gx, TrackWise, DeltaV DCS, AVEVA PI System, and Informetric InfoBatch (preferred but not required).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $130-$140/hr
• Comprehensive Benefits: Sick leave if required by law, medical, dental, vision, 401K

This job opens for applications on 06/30/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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