Automation Engineer

Morrisville, NC Open
Horizon Controls Group is looking for Automation Engineer in Morrisville, NC. This local job opportunity with ID 3872302298 is live since 2026-10-06 14:41:50.

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer with 5+ years of experience leading and executing complex automation projects across multiple control platforms. This individual will act as a technical lead supporting system architecture, implementation, and lifecycle support.


Key Responsibilities:

· Lead automation system design and architecture decisions

· Develop and review PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA code

· Provide technical leadership during commissioning, startup, and qualification

· Troubleshoot complex automation and integration issues

· Support lifecycle management, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives

· Mentor junior automation engineers


Required Qualifications:

· 5+ years of experience in industrial or pharma automation

· Strong hands-on experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, etc.)

· Deep understanding of GMP/GxP compliance and regulated systems

· Experience with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation support


Preferred Skills:

· MES or historian integration experience

· Batch control and ISA-88 standards

· Experience working with system integrators and EPC firms

Required Skills