Requisition ID 66877 – Posted 09/25/2024 – Elastomers & Primary Containment – Operations –
Pennsylvania – P2
At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the
center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of
supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver
thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark
on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning,
growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and
financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally
committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.
Job Summary:
A System Engineer will work closely with production, maintenance, engineering, IT, and vendors to design,
construct, install, validate, and maintain equipment, software, and data acquisition systems throughout their
lifecycles. Concentrations are on machine control, human machine interfaces and mechatronics systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Read PLC code and P&ID drawings to understand equipment operation for troubleshooting equipment issues.
Able to write/ modify PLC code and HMI configurations to make minor performance modifications to equipment
and systems.
Make modifications to configurations and parameters of VFDs, Servo Drives and any other
programmable/configurable devices to support enhancements to the operation of equipment.
Create and modify pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and/or electrical systems to support new or current
equipment; update all drawings and documentation reflecting those modifications.
Analyze data to understand the effectiveness of current systems and identify any areas for improvement.
Lead Automation projects that support business initiatives; utilize techniques and processes throughout the
entire project lifecycle: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring/Controlling and Closing.
Write necessary documentation to design, purchase, install and maintain new equipment and systems. For
example, user specifications, request for quotes, functional procedures, acceptance and validation protocols.
Train team members on functional procedures to support and maintain equipment and systems.
Work with maintenance, engineering, and vendors to create, install, and validate new equipment and systems.
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a designated machine(s)
Represent the Jersey Shore plant in technical discussions.
All other duties as required.
Education and Experience:
Four (4) year Electrical/ Mechanical/ Mechatronics/ Robotics Engineering Degree AND two (2) years
programming experience with controls and instrumentation
1-3 Years of experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficient in Rockwell based programming environments
Understanding of Siemens based programs with experience in other PLC platforms
Understanding of robotic platforms: FANUC, KUKA, ABB or UR
Experience leading Technical Projects and Initiatives
Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office based programs including Visio.
Have a functional understanding of cGMPs.
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
Physical and Travel Requirements
Travel: 10% (Up to 26 business days per year)
Light – exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to
move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of force greater than that of sedentary work
and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work
West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe,
treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other
applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical
Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of postoffer background screening and/or drug screening.
