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Automation Technician

PACIV

San Juan

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Automation, Automation Systems, Biology, Change Control, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Electricity, Energy Management, Ethernet, Facilities Management, Financial Control, Functional Testing, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Graphics, GxP, HVAC, Human Machine Interface (HMI), IP (Internet Protocol), Identify Issues, Input/Output, Instrumentation, Internet Security, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Network Administration/Management, Operations Management, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Safety Process, Startup, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), System Start-Up, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Testing
LOCATION
San Juan
POSTED
30+ days ago
PACIV, a global leader in industrial automation solutions servicing the Life Sciences sector, is looking for an Automation Technician to support the installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of automation systems in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. This role ensures reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of manufacturing, utilities, and facility systems supporting production processes.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions:
  • Provide hands-on support for automation systems, utilities, and BMS (HVAC, central plant)
  • Install, test, and troubleshoot instrumentation and control devices
  • Perform I/O checks and verify field-to-controller/HMI connections
  • Support PLC and BMS updates under supervision following change control procedures
  • Troubleshoot industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, BACnet, etc.)
  • Execute commissioning activities (loop checks, functional testing, SAT support)
  • Maintain accurate documentation and follow safety and site procedures
  • Coordinate with Facilities, Operations, IT/OT, and vendors
  • Support maintenance, system startup, and troubleshooting activities
Requirements:
  • Technical diploma or associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or related field
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation or controls in manufacturing or utilities environments
  • Experience with PLCs (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), HMIs, and BMS platforms
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and control drawings
  • Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
Desired Hard Skills:
  • Experience in regulated environments (GMP/GxP)
  • Knowledge of system integration (SCADA, CMMS, energy management systems)
  • Basic understanding of OT networks and cybersecurity practices
  • Experience with HMI/BMS graphics and alarm management
  • Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, etc.)

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