What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Plant Engineer position at Pinnaql?
Pinnaql is a trusted consulting partner to regulated life sciences companies, providing deep technical, validation, and quality expertise across every stage of the product lifecycle. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations to navigate complexity, accelerate project timelines, and maintain a strong state of compliance and audit readiness.
We are seeking a Digital Plant Engineer who will play a key role in shaping the manufacturing system and data architecture for a state-of-the-art greenfield drug development and manufacturing facility. In this highly collaborative role, the Digital Plant Engineer will work within an Automation Project Team to define the project manufacturing system and data architecture for the individual project. The Digital Plant Engineer will partner with the Automation Project Team, Program Technical Office (PTO), the program's central technology team, and the End User.
Location:
Lebanon, IN (Hybrid)
Candidates can be based anywhere in the United States but must be available to travel for on-site work in Indiana a minimum of two weeks per month during the first six months of the assignment, and a minimum of one week per month for the remaining project duration.
Role Responsibilities:
- Join the dots between Business, Technology and Data architectures for the building
- Represent the automation function in Digital Plant discussions and forums
- Contribute to the Digital Strategy plan for the project
- Contribute to Data Architecture for the project
- Lead the data flow mapping activities for the project
- Contribute to the delivery of the site level data infrastructure (e.g. Aveva PI, Logmate etc.)
- Contribute to the overall automation philosophy for the program
- Contribute to Digital Plant User cases
- Communicate progress, issues, and needs to the Automation Project Manager
- Provide technical consulting and support as a member of the Project automation team
- Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders to ensure the Project deliverables meet business needs
- Maintain compliance with training requirements
- BS Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- 7 years' experience in data strategy/architecture in API/bulk manufacturing Pharmaceutical Industry
- Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry (preferable in API/drug substance manufacturing)
- Previous experience in the delivery of large Automation Projects in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
- Experience in DeltaV Batch DCS preferred
- Experience with MES systems preferred
- Preferable, previous experience with Aveva PI
- Strong understanding of development lab operations and the data interfaces between laboratory instruments, control systems, and enterprise data platforms.
- Exceptional teamwork abilities
- Strong knowledge of GMP's, regulatory requirements and computer system validation principles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship.
At Pinnaql, people always come first. We believe that when you're empowered to do your best work, bold ideas thrive and real progress happens. This isn't just a job; it’s your opportunity to make a meaningful difference. You’ll help shape the future of healthcare and technology, working alongside a purpose-driven team that’s as ambitious as it is supportive.
We’re committed to your well-being, growth, and future. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage and a 401(k) with company match. Add to that generous time off, flexible work options and professional development support. You're set up to thrive both at work and at home.
Pinnaql is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
