Automation Engineer II

Piper Companies is seeking an Automation Engineer II to join a growing organization within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology manufacturing space for an on‑site permanent position based out of Pittsburgh PA. The Automation Engineer II will serve as a hands‑on owner of manufacturing and facilities automation systems, supporting daily operations, compliance, and system reliability in a regulated production environment.

Responsibilities of the Automation Engineer II include:

· Own and support site automation and facility control systems, ensuring reliable and compliant operation throughout the system lifecycle.

· Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and technical escalation for shop floor automation, PLCs, SCADA, Ignition, and related manufacturing systems.

· Partner closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, Engineering, Quality, and Validation teams to support operational needs and continuous improvement efforts.

· Lead automation support for investigations, CAPAs, and quality events while maintaining inspection‑ready systems.

· Manage automation documentation, SOPs, system maintenance activities, vendor support, and user training.

Qualifications for the Automation Engineer II include:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.

· Approximately 5+ years of experience supporting automation systems in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma, biotech, or life sciences).

· Strong hands‑on experience with PLCs, SCADA platforms, and Ignition in an operational manufacturing setting.

· Working knowledge of BAS/BMS systems, with Siemens‑based platforms strongly preferred.

· Solid understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity principles, validation practices, and cGMP requirements.

Compensation for the Automation Engineer II:

Salary Range: $140,000–$150,000/year (USD) + 15% bonus

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

This job opens for applications on 4/3/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: automation engineer, manufacturing automation, PLC, SCADA, Ignition, BAS, BMS, Siemens, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech, regulated manufacturing, 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, validation, CAPA, SOPs, shop floor automation, compliance, facilities automation, GMP, quality systems, operational support, industrial automation.

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