Automation and Controls Engineer

TAI • Harmans, MD • 3h ago

About the Role:

This Automation & Controls Engineer plays a hands-on role supporting and enhancing the automated manufacturing systems that power advanced biopharmaceutical production. Working within GMP manufacturing and laboratory environments, the position focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving PLC-driven process equipment, data historians, alarms, and OEM automation platforms. You'll partner closely with senior engineers, manufacturing, and QA teams to keep critical systems compliant, reliable, and performance-driven while supporting new facility builds and equipment commissioning. The role is deeply embedded on the plant floor, directly impacting manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational continuity.

About TAI:

TAI brings together engineering, construction, systems integration, on-site services, and technical services - combining proven execution with trusted expertise to support clients across the entire project lifecycle. Team members at TAI are capable, well-rounded, flexible, and optimistic. We have found that the best employees are the ones who recognize the importance of what they do and the ones who let that guide them in the actions they take. More than any skill, we seek people who make decisions that support the common good. We work for our clients, and we work for one another.

Here's a glimpse into your day to day:

Establish appropriate controls and administer automated and computerized systems

Support large-scale capital projects involving development and implementation of automation systems in new manufacturing areas, followed by ongoing support

Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and environmental regulations; review automation documentation, maintenance activities, and SOPs

Develop and implement corrective actions for atypical automation issues

Support efficient operation of automated processing and IT systems; assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment

Ensure compliance with FDA regulations and GAMP guidelines, including change control and deviation investigations

Participate in audits and training programs related to automated systems

Provide on-floor support for manufacturing, process development, and laboratory activities

Maintain technical documentation (manuals, drawings, software, etc.)

Provide technical support for business applications within the manufacturing environment

Support plant operations during off-hours as needed, per established schedules

Perform additional duties as assigned

You'll be a perfect fit if you have:

Associate's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Science, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an automation role supporting process, laboratory, or facility equipment

Working knowledge of bioprocess equipment (e.g., single-use bioreactors, chromatography, filtration) required

Experience with PLC programming and automation support in GMP environments preferred

Familiarity with data historian and SCADA/reporting platforms preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay: $100,000-125,000 annually (depending on experience)

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus (variable)

PTO and Paid Holidays

Health Benefits: Employee through family level coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurances. Company funded life and long-term disability insurances. Short Term Disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurances (employee - family) are also available!

401(k)with employer match

Other Offerings:

The opportunity to make a real impact on a variety of industry-leading projects.

The ability to balance your work and family activities.

Flexible work schedule

Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation.

A chance to learn and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering.

Professional Development, Tuition Reimbursement, and Association Membership Reimbursements.

Discover what makes TAI a top-20 manufacturing partner, according to Engineering News-Record (ENR), and one of the top-50 fastest-growing private companies in the Baltimore Business Journal. Learn more about us at www.taiengineering.com.

TAI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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