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Automation Engineer, Manufacturing (Evening Shift)

United StatesUnited States·Elwoodmid
EngineeringAutomation Engineer
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Key Responsibilities

Support Operations and Maintenance by implementing improvements and troubleshooting electronics and process automation failures.

Requirements Summary

BS Engineering, or equivalent (Majors in: Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.

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Requirements

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  • BS Engineering, or equivalent (Majors in: Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.) with minimum 3 years of experience working in automation. 
  • In lieu of BS Degree, AS with Technical School Certificate in Industrial Controls or Industrial Electrical fields with minimum 5 years experience working in automation.
  • Must have experience with industrial electrical controls including, but not limited to, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, etc. 
  • Experience working in a regulated, GxP, manufacturing environment; prior pharmaceutical manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Experience with Rockwell Studio5000 and FactoryTalk View SE Distributed and Local applications and programming environment.
  • Experience working with historian databases, specifically Aveva PI and/or Rockwell Historian.
  • Familiarity with other programming software environments including Siemens TIA Portal, Mitsubishi, or Schneider PacDrive programming software also beneficial.
  • Experience communicating with and configuring transmitters to function with 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC, and EtherNet/IP.

The Automation Engineer is part of the Process Engineering Team and is responsible for providing technical support for manufacturing process controls systems. The Automation Engineer will oversee Automated Equipment networking and integration into the larger site SCADA-OT network for data retrieval and equipment management.   The Automation Engineer will work with the Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.

Responsibilities

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  • →Support Operations and Maintenance by implementing improvements and troubleshooting electronics and process automation failures.
  • →Work with Engineering and IT teams to find and implement improvements to the Automation SCADA/OT network, equipment, and facilities.
  • →Lead or participate with teams consisting of Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and/or Operations to investigate process failures.
  • →Within a GxP environment, use PLC and HMI programming software to improve existing and support new equipment under Change Control and Computer System Validation requirements.
  • This role is at the Elanco Elwood Manufacturing Facility
  • This is a Monday – Friday second-shift/evening role.  4:00 P.M. to Midnight.
  • The equipment at the Elwood facility is in a cleanroom environment, which requires strict adherence to cleanroom gowning, sterility, and GxP requirements.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!  

What We Offer

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include: 

✓Multiple relocation packages
✓8-week parental leave
✓9 Employee Resource Groups
✓Annual bonus offering
✓Flexible work arrangements
✓Up to 6% 401K matching

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Elwood, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
September 3, 2026
First seen
September 29, 2026
Last seen
September 29, 2026

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Automation Engineer, Manufacturing (Evening Shift)