Automation Engineer Intern

Location: Rockford, IL, USA

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

The hiring rate for this position is $20.00/hour plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k).

The purpose of this position is for the applicant to be capable of utilizing an engineering skill set to support software systems in PCI.  This position will be assisting with daily maintenance of production data collections systems. This position will also be assisting with the creation of electrical schematics and controls systems for both equipment and data collection.  The employee will work closely with internal colleagues to identify and specify complex line connectivity requirements and translate to comprehensive interface solutions specifications and delivery.  There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned.

Demonstrates technical knowledge of at least one of the following: Information Systems, networks and infrastructure, PLC programming, HMI programming, OPC software programming, operating systems, and various packaging equipment including all serialization equipment. Assist with set-up and configuration of production data monitoring systems for all new and existing packaging lines as required. Assist with implementing, troubleshooting and maintaining vision/inspection systems. Assist with implementing, troubleshooting and maintaining printing systems (TTO, inkjet, laser) Ability to install sensor-based systems as necessary to collect production counts and monitor changes in production status. Assist with supplying connectivity from PLCs to OPC servers via virtual LAN connections. Assist with creating and modifying electrical schematics and network layouts for all electrical equipment. Ability to work with IT for connectivity and to maintain proper level of cyber security on all OT networks. Ability to interact with software database to troubleshoot serialization issues Ability to follow all OSHA and NFPA 70E codes and regulations. Must be able to interface with other departments as necessary Must be willing to learn and train on new systems as required Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor

Special Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be physically capable to perform the duties listed below with or without reasonable accommodations which may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Stationary Position: From 1/4 to 1/2 of the day.

Move, Traverse: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.

Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, or place: 3/4 of the day and up.

Install, place, adjust, apply, measure, use, or signal: 3/4 of the day and up.

Ascend/Descend or Work Atop: None.

Position self (to) or Move (about or to): From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.

Communicate or exchange information: From 1/4 to 1/2 of the day.

Detect, distinguish, or determine: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.

On an average day, the individual can expect to move and/or transport up to 10 pounds

less than 1/4 of the day.

This position may have the following special vision requirements.

Close Vision ☐ Distance Vision ☒ Color Vision ☐ Peripheral Vision ☐ Depth Perception

Ability to focus ☐ No Special Vision Requirements

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following are some environmental conditions that one may be exposed to on a daily basis and for various lengths of time.

Work is primarily performed at a desk and/or in an office environment. for 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.

Work is performed in areas with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear for 1/2 to 3/4 of the day.

Risk of electrical shock for up to 1/4 of the day.

The noise level in the work environment is typically, moderate.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

College Level Mathematical Skills

Advanced Computer Skills: Ability to perform the most complex computer tasks and operate various computer programs.

Minimum Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak in a way that allows one to participate effectively in various conversations. Ability to read various types of standard items addressed to general readers.

Very High Reasoning: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in math or diagram form and deal with several abstract/concrete variables.

Preferred

Ability to follow instructi