Sanofi
Biopharma
AutomationEngineer
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“Automation Engineer at Sanofi. Skills: Automation engineering, System design, Commissioning, Qualification. Execute automation engineering activities for capital projects. Manage development, concept, design, commissioning, qualification, maintenance of automation systems”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting and issue resolution; Quick critical thinking and decision making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum 3 years, direct of experience in applied automation design engineering and project experience, Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, Experience with Siemens PLC, Experience with DeltaV, Experience with Instrumentation and control panel hardware, Must understand the relationship between Good Manufacturing Practices, industry standards and their application to the manufacturing process, Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external team members is essential, analytical skills (engineering analysis), Experience with computer systems validation practices (GAMP), Experience authoring and reviewing standard operating procedures, on-the-job-trainings, and other controlled documents
Nice to Have
Additional experience in construction/installation, equipment start-up, qualification and/or validation, Experience with FactoryTalk AssetCentre
What You'll Do.
Execute automation engineering activities for capital projects
maintenance of automation systems
Interface with different streams (Process
Develop solutions to satisfy internal customer needs
Produce and implement designs
Support configuration
maintenance of manufacturing computer and automation systems
Lead projects in design
qualification of automated processes
Support manufacturing assistance team with troubleshooting
Interpret automation requirements
Perform reviews with stakeholders
Lead and work with various trades for installation and commissioning
Support mechanical completion and start-up
SAT and Critical Test plan execution
Review C&Q test plans
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interfacing with different streams (Process, ITS, Production, Maintenance, Quality); Lead small cross functional teams; Work with various trades; Work with a spectrum of roles within the organization (unionized trades, salaried managers, technical services support functions, quality, production)
Communication Scope
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external team members is essential
Process & Methodology
Manage development, concept, design, commissioning, qualification and maintenance of automation systems, Adhering to budget and schedule commitments, Responsible for design that meets project budget and schedule
Full Job Description
**R2855898 Automation Engineer** **Location:** Toronto, ON **About the job** Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. _**SUMMARY OF PURPOSE/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:**_ The Incumbent executes the automation engineering activities for strategic capital projects within the Toronto Technical Services Organization. This position is required to manage development, concept, design, commissioning, qualification and the maintenance of automation systems. This position will be responsible for interfacing with different stream (Process, ITS, Production, Maintenance, Quality…) to ensure the correct installation of the systems while adhering to established regulatory compliance requirements. The incumbent is also responsible for developing appropriate solutions to satisfy the needs of internal customers in accordance with company guidelines and procedures, and within budget and schedule commitments. The incumbent is accountable for acting and involved in producing designs and then implementing the designs (commissioning and qualification post installation) according to SPL best practices. **About Sanofi** We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. _**Main Responsibilities:**_ * Support the configuration, administration and maintenance activities of the site’s manufacturing computer and automation systems, including process control systems, building automation systems, configuration, and interfaces. * Lead projects in the design, development, and qualification of automated processes, equipment, and
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