Automation Engineer
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers a solid entry-level opportunity in a reputable pharmaceutical company but requires broader experience in automation systems.
- Competitive starting salary of $66,500 - $110,900/year
- Strong opportunity for learning and personal development
- Stable employment in a leading pharmaceutical firm
Pros
- Career growth in a reputable global pharmaceutical firm (Pfizer)
- Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans
- Opportunity to engage in impactful projects for patient health
Cons
- Limited relocation packages and strict work schedule requirements
- Potentially high-pressure manufacturing environment
- Entry-level role may limit advanced technical responsibilities
Who it's for
Entry Level • On-site
Good fit
- Recent engineering graduates
- Individuals interested in pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Entry-level candidates eager to learn
Not recommended for
- Professionals seeking high-level engineering roles
- Candidates preferring remote work
- Individuals without foundational knowledge of automation
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
ROLE SUMMARY
Working within a Focus Factory within the Manufacturing Technology team, the Automation Engineer will play a critical role in the management of manufacturing information systems to improve manufacturing success rates and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
As an Automation Engineer your knowledge and skills will contribute towards the goals and objectives of the team. Your focus and ability to meet team targets will help in completing critical deliverables. Your innovative use of communication tools and
techniques will facilitate explaining difficult issues and establishing consensus between teams.
It is your hard work and dedication that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide 24x7x365 support of our automation systems and perform automation activities for capital, non-capital projects, and routine production.
Contribute to the completion of projects, manage own time on agreed targets, develop plans for own projects and leads small project teams.
Monitor, generate and complete the periodic review, automation master plan for the area.
Responsible for routine and preventive maintenance work, ensure all the equipment and facilities work safely, efficiently, and reliably.
Demonstrate good planning, organizing, time management and team participation skills.
Generate and develop standard operating procedures and system support.
Analyze operational process problems, recommend and implement appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
Manage change control authoring and execution.
Participate in the site team to provide cybersecurity alignment and direction.Modify moderately complex to highly complex control logic that requires a degree of scientific and/or manufacturing process expertise. Mentor and guide junior staff and serve as a technical trainer, whenever necessary. Clearly communicate progress and issues to peers
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Computerized Systems, Compliance regulations and standards
Familiar with industrial control systems such as DCS, PLCs, SCADA systems, Historians, or SQL Server.
Experience in project management to timelines and budgets
Experience in troubleshooting issues to root cause and recommending and implementing effective corrective actions.
Teamwork spirit, good communication skills and training abilities
Excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills {written and oral}
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant pharmaceutical experience
The ideal candidate should have background in cGMP regulations and the practical application of those methodologies to control systems.
Understanding of programming, and proficiency in at least one language
Understanding of network infrastructure, windows servers, and virtualization
Technical Troubleshooting experience within tight timelines.
Knowledge of site systems such as Aveeva PI, Rockwell PLCs, Factory Talk View, Microsoft SQL Server, Rockwell Batch, or similar technologies
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities.
Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, and performing test runs/troubleshooting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address process and equipment issues.
Physical presence on the manufacturing floor may be required.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Ability to work extended hours, holidays and/or weekends as needed.
Flexibility with work schedule onsite (majority)/ offsite (remote)
Availability to support operations during non-working hours
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Last Date to Apply for Job: October 28th, 2025
Eligible for Relocation Package: NO
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $66,500.00 to $110,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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