Evotec

Biotech

PrincipalAutomation&MESEngineer

$134–134k Redmond, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Principal Automation & MES Engineer at Evotec. Skills: Automation, MES, GxP environments. Design, implement, and maintain automation and MES solutions. Develop and troubleshoot PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems”

Industry & Context.

Biotech

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 5+ years of experience in automation and MES, Experience with GxP environments, Experience with ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards, Experience with PLC programming, Experience with SCADA systems, Experience with HMI development, Experience with SQL databases, Experience with C# or VB.NET, Experience with C++, Experience with Python

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Engineering or related field, Experience with OSIsoft PI System, Experience with LIMS, Experience with SAP, Experience with validation and qualification activities, Experience with project management

What You'll Do.

and maintain automation and MES solutions

Develop and troubleshoot PLC

Develop and maintain SQL databases

Develop software using C#

Ensure compliance with GxP regulations

Implement ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards

Integrate automation systems with LIMS and SAP

Support validation and qualification activities

Manage automation projects

Provide technical support for automation systems

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

**Job Title:** Principal Automation & MES Engineer **Location:** Redmond, WA **Department:** Global MSAT **About Us: this is who we are** At **Evotec** , we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated. Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? **#BeCureious** with us and see where your curiosity can take you! **The Role: / your challenge, …in our journey** We’re looking for a passionate and curious **Principal Automation & MES Engineer** to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories. As a **Principal Automation & MES Engineer **at **Just-Evotec** , you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team. **What You’ll Do:** The Principal Automation & MES Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), process automation systems, and digital manufacturing technologies within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role serves as a senior technical leader supporting enterprise manufacturing operations, operational excellence initiatives, and digital transformation strategies across manufacturing sites. While MES technologies are a primary area of responsibility, this position is broader in scope and includes leadership in automation architecture, systems integration, process control

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