We are LOTTE BIOLOGICS! A new company, built on 80 years of tradition!

We embody our core values of being Inspired by Science, Embracing Diversity, Fostering Talent, and Connecting Lives. Our mission is to be the most trusted partner in the industry, with high standards of quality and continuous innovation, to reliably deliver benefits for patients worldwide.

We deliver therapies that make a Healthier World!

To help us meet our mission, LOTTE BIOLOGICS is in need of an Associate Automation Engineer PLC/BAS to support manufacturing Process Control Systems and Building Automation Systems.  The primary role of the Associate Engineer is to design, implement and maintain systems that are controlled by Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) that support manufacturing and the site buildings. 

This role will require computer system validation work associated with commissioning and qualification of systems end to end from specification documents through IQ, OQ PQ.  The role will work directly with manufacturing process experts and facility engineers to determine end user requirements, develop robust strategies and solutions, draft specification documents, perform testing, commissioning and qualification activities and work safely and efficiently in a high compliance environment.  

Training will be provided as necessary to enable skills in specific applications used to support this role.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Primary function will be to support the design, build, test, and maintenance of the various Allen-Bradley PLC’s and Rockwell applications associated with process control and building automation systems for the site.
• Support the design and build of vendor Rockwell PLC/ BAS roadmaps to align with site strategy.
• Works with various PLC/BAS Vendors/ Integration specialists to ensure a safe and successful implementation effort is achieved.
• Investigate the root cause of Digital Plant PLC/BAS problems and propose solution to prevent recurrence.
• Draft and maintain living and project documentation for managed systems including design specifications, qualification documents and knowledge base articles.
• Conduct all job activities in accordance with cGMP and EHS requirements.
• Provide training of automated solutions with Automation and Instrumentation staff to ensure understanding how the PLC/BAS functions to assist with troubleshooting during off hours.
• Research and propose new PLC/BAS technologies to ensure cost reduction and increased reliability.
• Identify and manage critical spare part strategy for the PLC/ BAS critical components onsite.

Education/Experience/ Licenses/Certifications:

• Advanced knowledge of engineering or sciences generally attained through studies resulting in a B.S. in, engineering, science, biochemistry or related discipline or its equivalent is highly desired OR 5+ years experience with PLC/BAS design/ troubleshooting/ implementation
• Knowledge of PLC/BAS engineering relating to Rockwell Allen Bradley products.
• Experienced with current industry standards for Safety and Automation and with current government regulations regarding biotech-producing facilities.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, etc:

• Knowledge of products and technologies provided by major automation vendors, including but not limited to: Rockwell Allen Bradley
• Experience in system and hardware refreshes from legacy to current technologies for PLC/BAS Systems
• Ability to develop and execute innovative PLC/BAS solutions for continuous improvement.
• Quote/ Proposal review experience to ensure adequate design meets site budget commitments and project deliverables
• Experience working with PID drawings, electrical layout and wiring diagrams, Industry Design Standards and equipment loop drawings.
• Technical problem solving and analysis skills as well as good communications skills (verbal and written). 
• Ability to effectively lead or participate in multi-disciplined team environment to achieve goals.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory requirements.
• Adaptable to a fast paced, complex and ever-changing business environment.

Physical Demands:

This position is an office-based position which requires appropriate levels of personal protective equipment (PPE) when field work is required.  Frequent repeated motions such as keyboarding are required.

Work Environment:

This position is based indoors, and you will primarily be working with others, but also independently and alone at times. This position is a team & project-based position that will require occasional shift work, weekends, and holidays

Work Location:

East Syracuse, NY 

We believe that women, people of color, veterans and LGBTQ communities must participate in the work we do, so we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of underrepresented communities.  If this is the work that you want to do in a culture of inclusion and excellence with the goal of making our world to be a healthier place, then please apply today! 

http://www.lottebiologics.com/

LOTTE BIOLOGICS was established in 2022, and is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. LOTTE BIOLOGICS entered the biologics CDMO business after acquiring Bristol Myers Squibb’s Syracuse biologics drug substance manufacturing site, as of January 1, 2023!

The newly established organization aims to become a Global Top 10 CDMO company in the biopharmaceutical industry.  With initial operations in 1948 in Japan, LOTTE has grown to become the fifth-largest conglomerate corporation in South Korea. LOTTE has various business units, including petro/fine chemicals, food, retail, hotels, electronics, construction, and IT. LOTTE has 30+ global locations across the US, Europe, and Asia.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.