Automation Engineer

Organon group; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Cramlington seeks an Automation Engineer to enhance production efficiency in tablet manufacturing. The successful candidate will design and maintain automation systems, ensuring compliance and quality. With a minimum Level 4 qualification in Electrical Engineering and expertise in PLC programming, candidates must have experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and improving system performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a level 4 qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation or related field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, preferably in solid dosage (tablet) production.
• Proficiency in PLC programming and industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation systems for tablet production processes.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems used in manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

GMP understanding

Problem-solving

Collaboration abilities

Education

Level 4 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Automation Engineer page is loaded## Automation Engineerlocations: GBR - Northumberland - Cramlingtontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 2, 2026 (25 days left to apply)job requisition id: R538684Job DescriptionOrganon is recruiting an Automation Engineer to join our world-class manufacturing site in Cramlington, Northumberland. In this role, you will support and optimise automated systems within Cramlington’s tablet manufacturing operations. The position focuses on improving production efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high product quality through the design, implementation, and upkeep of automation technologies.**Role Responsibilities*** Design, develop, and maintain automation systems for tablet production processes including granulation, blending, compression, coating, packaging and warehousing.* Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems used in manufacturing equipment.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Engineering, and Production) to identify automation opportunities and implement solutions.* Ensure automation systems comply with regulatory and engineering standards.* Validation (CSV) activities for automated systems.* Develop and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, validation documentation, and system specifications.* Monitor system performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase throughput.* Provide technical support to operators and maintenance personnel.**Required Education, Experience and Skills*** Minimum of a level 4 qualification in Electrical Engineering, Automation or related field.* Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, preferably in solid dosage (tablet) production.* Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA, and industrial control systems.* Strong understanding of GMP, data integrity, and validation.* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.* Strong communication and collaboration abilities.**Secondary Job Description****Who We Are:**Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. **Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Organon LLC, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. **Annualized Salary Range****Annualized Salary Range (Global)****Annualized Salary Range (Canada)****Please Note: Pay ranges are specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country.****Employee Status:**Regular**Relocation:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:****Travel Requirements: Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites****Flexible Work Arrangements:****Shift:****Valid Driving License:****Hazardous Material(s):****Number of Openings:**1