Principal Automation Engineer

Join the ES&T Engineering Team, where you are not just an engineer, but a beacon of hope for countless patients awaiting their medicines. As a Principal Automation Engineer, each day is a unique symphony of challenges and triumphs. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the timely delivery of life-saving medicines, making a tangible difference in the world. Remember, every task you undertake, no matter how small, contributes to a larger purpose - the well-being of our patients. So, join our team for making a difference to Roche/Genentech and our patients. 

• You will perform automation work to complete the commissioning and qualification of new systems.

• Work collaboratively with cross functional engineering teams to improve the operational performance of equipment. 

• You will monitor and troubleshoot running systems to ensure continued plant operations 

• You will develop solutions, and generate associated change records, to address repeat issues in both automation and production equipment 

• You will perform investigations into issues that potentially impact multiple Roche/Genentech sites

• You will support junior Automation Engineers in their development, as well as in their troubleshooting efforts

• You will support building user requirements and design reviews in support of new equipment. 

• You will preview, and provide approvals on tests generated both by Automation and by other functions.

• You will provide feedback to other teams on areas for improvement in regards to Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, etc. 

Who you are:

• You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. 

• You have a strong working knowledge of PLCs, You have experience working with SCADA Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, and thin clients. 

• You have previous experience at troubleshooting complex automation issues to determine root cause. 

• You have experience integrating automation controls into various factory manufacturing processes.

• You have a solid track record of integrating electrical and mechanical systems. 

• You are able to serve as a member of the 24/7 Rotational On Call Support Team. 

Preferred:

• You have experience working in an environment utilizing change control and good documentation practices. 

• You have experience working with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems. 

• You have experience with Rockwell Automation technologies. 

• You have a solid track record developing automation solutions. 

• You have experience working with servo drives, robotics, vision systems, SCADA, mechatronics and motion control. 

• You have the ability to interpret electrical schematics and P&ID drawings.

Relocation benefits are available for this position.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Hillsboro, Oregon is $94,200 to $175,000.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.