Sr. Automation Engineer

Company: Syner-G BioPharma Group
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: June 27, 2025

Job Description:

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Syner-G BioPharma Group is a science-led, strategic partner for life science companies. We provide integrated regulatory and biopharmaceutical development services spanning early development to post-market, along with operational strategy and support. With a global team of 400 employees across North America and India, our goal is to help our partners navigate the complexities of product development and accelerate their journey to market. We are a leading life sciences consultancy committed to advancing human health by helping organizations bring life-saving innovations to market faster, at scale, and with the highest quality. Our team partners with a diverse range of clients across the life sciences industry, supporting critical phases of the drug development lifecycle, from discovery and regulatory approval to technology transfer and the support in capital projects. We provide strategic guidance and hands-on expertise to streamline operations, enhance quality systems, and ensure regulatory compliance, empowering our clients to navigate complexity and deliver impactful therapies to patients worldwide. Syner-G BioPharma Group was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2025 award, for the second consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership, and innovation. At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact. For more information, visit www.Synergbiopharma.com POSITION OVERVIEW: Syner-G BioPharma Group is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer with a strong background in process automation implementation, project management, and system integration to support capital projects in a dynamic biotech environment. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience, including hands-on work with distributed control systems (DCS) such as DeltaV, and a proven track record in automation lifecycle management, CSV, and cross-functional project leadership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.) Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation systems for biotech manufacturing processes, with a focus on mRNA and LNP technologies. Manage and execute capital projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Oversee and contribute to the development of System Integration Design Specifications for third-party equipment integration. Drive the implementation of application software, device interfaces, and system integration strategies. Lead the development and execution of test protocols (Module, Integration, and Customer Acceptance Testing). Provide technical leadership during installation, commissioning, startup, and system upgrades. Implement and optimize control strategies using DCS (preferably DeltaV), PLC, and HMI platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, MS&T, and Manufacturing teams. Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Support continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshoot automation-related issues. Contribute to the development of novel circular mRNA purification and LNP formulation platforms. Participate in equipment specification, procurement, setup, and maintenance for RNA workflows. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Education : BS/MS in Engineering or a related technical field. Experience : Minimum 8 years of experience in automation engineering, with a focus on biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Proven experience managing capital projects and leading cross-functional project teams. Strong background in system integration, including third-party equipment and control systems. Experience with DeltaV or similar DCS platforms is highly preferred. Familiarity with mRNA and LNP processes, upstream/downstream equipment, and GMP environments. Demonstrated success in automation lifecycle documentation, including SDLC and CSV. Technical Skills : Proficient in control system programming, instrumentation, and process control strategies. Strong understanding of P&IDs, analog/discrete control methods, and automation architecture. Skilled in writing and reviewing functional requirement specifications and test protocols. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Willingness to travel to client sites as needed. TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM: We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.” However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India. Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. LEGAL STATEMENT: Syner-G BioPharma Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G BioPharma is an E-Verify employer.

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