PrincipalEngineer

**This is where** your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. **JOB LOCATION:** Marion, NC **POSITION** : Principal Engineer **POSITION DESCRIPTION:** Baxter Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Principal Engineer with the following duties: * Responsible for leading complex automation and control system initiatives within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. * Define the technical vision and provide high‑level architectural guidance for automation systems to ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. * Evaluate, recommend, and integrate advanced technologies—including robotics, data analytics platforms, and proprietary equipment—to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability. * Manage full project lifecycles, including capital requests, design, development, validation, commissioning, and launch of automation systems in GMP‑regulated environments. * Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and project risks; manage external vendors and support negotiation processes when necessary. * Ensure all automation and control initiatives comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA regulations, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. Learn, understand, and consistently apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operati