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Automation Engineer (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)

Skellig Automation
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026
Specialist providers of pharmaceutical automation, process and project controls.

Skellig was founded to radically improve upon the way automation, process, and project controls are provided. It’s a goal that is grounded in efficiency, transparency, and our client’s total peace of mind — this is the vision behind everything we do.

Skellig is seeking an Automation Engineer with DeltaV and cGMP experience to support our clients across North America. To be considered for this role you must have DeltaV experience and experience working in biotech/pharma.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years Automation Experience Preferably with DeltaV
  • Prior Pharmaceutical Industry Experience

Benefits

Here's what's waiting for you as one of our Automation Engineers

  • Vacation / Personal Paid Time Off
  • Sick Paid Time Off
  • Paid Public Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Full Heath, Dental, and Vision PPO Insurance for you and any dependents - Premiums are 100% fully covered
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • 401k
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Relocation package

Project Overview

Our projects are based at our client’s facilities. Generally, at a large biotech manufacturing facility with a dedicated DeltaV system. Unless otherwise noted in the job posting, engineers are required to be onsite at least 2-3 days a week, sometimes more depending on the client’s requirements.

Your job will be to follow all client procedures to independently:

  • Design, code, implement, and test changes for new and existing equipment on the client’s DeltaV system.
  • Author, develop and execute validation test plans.
  • Support general project activities which include, but are not limited to, participating in client meetings, escalating project issues to the appropriate client staff, working with the client’s vendors, attending all required client training, and engaging with the client’s supporting teams.

It's important to be respectful, compassionate, a good communicator, and well organized.

As with all our team members, you'll be extremely well looked after. We'll make sure you receive all the back-up and support you need.

From its inception, Skellig has strived to be ‘more human.’ We work hard to foster a culture that promotes innovation, diversity, and great work. A culture that rewards problem solving, teamwork, and service excellence. And one that attracts the top talent and premier clients.

Ours is a culture of honesty, transparency, and kindness — A people-focused and compassionate company.

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