Senior Automation Specialist Jobs in Maryland

Our Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC) creates life-changing medicines for people around the world and has been recognized by our local community as being a Top 50’ Business in Frederick and awarded Frederick County’s ‘Best Place to Work’. This distinctive biologic manufacturing facility, with over 800 employees, makes a direct contribution to treating people with cancer, respiratory and autoimmune conditions across the globe.  We work hard to deliver life-changing medicines to patients, and we take time to have fun and celebrate our accomplishments. From catered site festivities to competitive events, community outreach activities, environmental and wellness showcases and team-building functions, we take time to recognize our achievements and celebrate our diversity.  We are dedicated to creating a culture of inclusion and collaboration and are committed to continuous learning by offering ongoing skill building and training for our staff.  Fueled by our aspiration to deliver accelerated growth for our company and to make people’s lives better, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the team and shape the future of AstraZeneca Operations. 

Automation Engineering is responsible for providing technical support to the manufacturing and logistics buildings at the Frederick Manufacturing Center (FMC). This includes troubleshooting, modifications, and improvements to automation, data management/storage systems, and networks related to process, utility, and support equipment and systems.
 

Accountabilities:
• Advanced knowledge of electronic theory and its application.

• Applied knowledge of batch manufacturing per ISA S88 standards

• Advanced understanding of instrumentation and control loop programming.

• Experience with FactoryTalk Batch Software

• Experience with OSI PI historian including OPC Da, OPC UA
• Subject matter expert within two or more of the following:
  o PLC systems, particularly Rockwell Automation
  o Distributed control systems, particularly Emerson DeltaV
  o Control network
  o VFD and motor control systems
  o IT infrastructure
• Advanced understanding of programming concepts.

• Revise, Review and approve electrical control panel electrical drawings

• Ability to retrieve and analyze process data
• Train engineers in site control systems.
• Project manager for medium-to-large capital projects.
• Advanced understanding of data analytics.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and computer system validation principles.
• Subject matter expert in risk assessment and mitigation.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- BS/BA in Engineering or Life Sciences
- 10+ years of relevant experience

-Practical working knowledge of PLC systems (Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk suite of software) or distributed control systems (Emerson DeltaV).

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- 5+ years of industry experience

At AstraZeneca, we are at the forefront of growth and evolution within our Operations function. We pioneer new approaches and processes across our sites, empowering our teams to foster a Lean mindset and sustainable practices. Every change we make is aimed at delivering better outcomes for our patients. We value adaptability, cross-functional collaboration, and the diverse expertise of our teams. Our supportive environment ensures that every voice is heard, building trust and respect as we work together to overcome challenges and achieve ambitious goals.

Join us in making a difference—apply today!

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $101,643.20 to $152,464.80 Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

11-Mar-2026

Closing Date

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