Pinnaql is a trusted consulting partner to regulated life sciences companies, providing deep technical, validation, and quality expertise across every stage of the product lifecycle. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations to navigate complexity, accelerate project timelines, and maintain a strong state of compliance and audit readiness.

We are currently seeking a Digital Plant Engineer who will work within an Automation Project Team on a capital project to define the project manufacturing system and data architecture for the individual project. The Digital Plant Engineer will have to interact with the Automation Project Team, Program Technical Office (PTO), and the End User.

This position can be based anywhere in the United States, but will require travel for onsite work in Indiana a minimum 2 weeks a month during the first 6 months of the project, and a minimum 1 week a month for the remaining project duration.

Role Responsibilities:

• Join the dots between Business, Technology and Data architectures for the building
• Represent the automation function in Digital Plant discussions and forums
• Contribute to the Digital Strategy plan for the project
• Contribute to Data Architecture for the project
• Lead the data flow mapping activities for the project
• Contribute to the delivery of the site level data infrastructure (e.g. Aveva PI, Logmate etc.)
• Contribute to the overall automation philosophy for the program
• Contribute to Digital Plant User cases
• Communicate progress, issues, and needs to the Automation Project Manager
• Provide technical consulting and support as a member of the Project automation team
• Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders to ensure the Project deliverables meet business needs
• Maintain compliance with training requirements

Role Requirements:

• BS Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years’ experience in data strategy/architecture in API/bulk manufacturing Pharmaceutical Industry
• Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry (preferable in API/drug substance manufacturing)
• Previous experience in the delivery of large Automation Projects in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Preferable previous experience in DeltaV Batch DCS
• Preferable, previous experience with MES systems
• Preferable, previous experience with Aveva PI
• Exceptional teamwork abilities
• Strong knowledge of GMP’s, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

At Pinnaql, 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.

Pinnaql 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.

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