Controls & Automation Engineer II

Make a Meaningful Impact

Ready to join a team where your work makes a daily difference in healthcare?

Epredia is a global leader in precision cancer diagnostics solutions. In fact, every second, our products are used 48 times in labs and medical facilities around the world.

We are a proud member of PHC Group, a global collection of companies committed to delivering precision technology for the future of healthcare, from specialized medical equipment to health IT systems to research tools.

Title: Controls & Automation Engineer II

Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire 

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80,000-$115,000 plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

 Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. 

The Opportunity

As our Controls & Automation Engineer II, you’ll support a diverse manufacturing plant with multiple value streams, taking ownership of controls activities such as sustaining projects, change control, new equipment design and commissioning, issue resolution, and continuous improvement. By driving automation and implementing world-class best practices, you’ll help ensure Epredia delivers excellent results. Director, Strategic Operations and Transformations & Deputy Site Director you’ll work alongside a dynamic team of engineers while gaining hands-on experience with unique processes and developing valuable skills in a collaborative, growth-focused environment. 

How You'll Make an Impact

• Design and execute validation and qualification activities for manufacturing equipment and processes.

• Act as the go-to expert for controls and automation, supporting the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of legacy and new equipment.

• Configure, program, test, and debug automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, data collection, and control systems.

• Lead and mentor technical teams in equipment repairs, downtime reduction, and root cause investigations.

• Design electrical control panels, including schematics, component selection, and panel layouts.

• Support product quality investigations, CAPAs, continuous improvement initiatives, and production issue resolution.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI), Change Control, Sustaining Engineering, and Capital projects.

• Develop and implement strategic improvements to manufacturing and automation systems.

To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need

• A depth of experience in Controls/ Systems engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant Engineering Discipline.

• Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming, configuration, and testing within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of validation principles and industry best practices.

• Proven experience in equipment development, commissioning, and qualification.

• Demonstrated project management experience with successful delivery of complex initiatives.

• Track record of driving continuous improvement to improve operational efficiency and performance.

Additional Experience We'd Love to See

• Experience in glass substrates and screen printing.

• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Preferred Knowledge of process historians (OSI PI, FactoryTalk Historian)

• Experience working with CAD & Label design.

What We Value @ Epredia

At Epredia, our mission is personal, and our culture is defined by our passion and care for our employees and our customers. We value a collaborative environment with a winning mentality that delivers operational excellence and best-in-class support to our customers on the frontline.  

Benefits @ Epredia 

Epredia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, vacation time, and other benefits. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 

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Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes. 

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Ready to Make an Impact?

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

Building an Inclusive Culture

We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state, or local law.