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Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services.

We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

• Automation Technicians – Manufacturing, Utilities & Building Management Systems (BMS)

Description:

• Provide hands-on automation support across manufacturing systems, utilities, and BMS (HVAC/central plant), including field walkdowns, device checks, and point-to-point verification.
• Install, wire-check, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control devices (sensors, actuators, VFDs, valves/dampers) and verify I/O from field to controller/HMI/BMS.
• Support PLC and BMS configuration changes under supervision (point/parameter updates, basic logic edits, setpoints, alarm limits) following site change control and documentation practices.
• Troubleshoot industrial communications (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Fieldbus, Modbus, BACnet), including basic network checks and coordination with IT/OT for connectivity issues.
• Execute commissioning and testing activities (loop checks, functional testing, SAT support), document results, and resolve punch-list items with integrators and operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation (as-builts, redlines, point lists, calibration/loop records) and follow safety and site procedures (LOTO, work permits).
• Coordinate with Facilities/Utilities, Manufacturing, and vendors for planned maintenance, cutovers, and restoration; provide on-call/off-hours support during critical activities.

Qualifications:

• Technical diploma/associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Controls (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience as an automation/controls technician supporting manufacturing and/or facility utilities (BMS/HVAC/central plant).
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley PLCs (Studio 5000/RSLogix), industrial HMIs, and BMS platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo or equivalent), plus integrations/protocols such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Fieldbus, Modbus TCP/RTU, BACnet/IP, and OPC (as applicable).
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, central utilities, and building systems (AHUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, steam, compressed air, WFI/RO where applicable).
• Ability to produce/review sequences of operation, control narratives, and commissioning/functional test documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control drawings (P&IDs, one-lines, wiring diagrams, loop sheets, and control schematics).
• Working knowledge of OT networks and basic cybersecurity practices (asset inventory, segmentation concepts, secure remote access procedures) and ability to coordinate with IT/OT.
• Proven experience supporting commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in operating facilities.
• Strong communication skills; able to coordinate across Facilities, Operations, IT/OT, EPC, and vendors.

Additional Preferences:

• Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments (e.g., GMP/GxP or similar), including strong documentation discipline and adherence to procedures.
• Experience integrating BMS to SCADA/EMS, CMMS, or energy management platforms; KPI dashboards and analytics (as applicable).
• Familiarity with ISA-95/ISA-88 concepts and Purdue model; industrial cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST).
• Ability to develop or review BMS graphics/HMI standards and alarm management best practices.
• Relevant vendor certifications (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, etc.) are a plus.

At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by shaping the future of healthcare and technology alongside a purpose-driven, supportive team.
Excited to build something meaningful together? We look forward to hearing from you.
Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.