Sr. Automation Engineer

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: 

A career here is life-enhancing.

At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. It is meaningful, varied and thought-provoking work with a strategic emphasis, a solutions-driven approach and significant, real-world outcomes, from science to delivery/success.

Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. In return, they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner.

Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation. 

At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact. 

For more information, visit www.Synergbiopharma.com

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Syner-G is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer with 5-10 years of experience and a strong background in project management and process improvement to lead the oversight, documentation, and lifecycle management of automation systems. This role combines advanced technical expertise with structured project leadership, driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across client engagements. The Sr. Automation Engineer will serve as a key technical and project leader, guiding automation strategy, managing cross-functional initiatives, supporting complex system issues, and ensuring systems remain reliable, compliant, and inspection-ready.

WORK LOCATION:
Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project needs and client expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.)

• Lead the development, maintenance, and review of automation system documentation including SOPs, design documents, DS, FS, CA, RTM, and RA.
• Oversee system lifecycle activities, periodic reviews, and audit readiness, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Author, review, and execute complex validation documentation such as IOQs, engineering tests, protocols, and summary reports.
• Drive CSV and SDLC activities to ensure robust traceability, risk management, and compliance.
• Lead automation-related projects, including upgrades, remediation efforts, lifecycle initiatives, and system improvements.
• Develop and manage project plans, establish timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and track deliverables to ensure on-time execution.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, status reporting, and documentation to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as needed to maintain schedule and quality.
• Assess automation workflows, system performance, and documentation processes to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and system reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across automation, quality, and facility operations.
• Perform advanced data reviews, including alarm rationalization, user access audits, and system performance evaluations.
• Own and manage automation change records, including impact assessments, stakeholder coordination, and documentation updates.
• Oversee and coordinate maintenance activities, work orders, and system enhancements across automation platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve complex system issues, support upgrades, and implement long-term solutions.
• Serve as a senior liaison between Facilities, Quality, IT, Operations, and external partners.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level automation staff.
• Lead audit preparation efforts and ensure automation systems remain inspection-ready.
• Maintain strong GMP documentation practices and support regulatory inspections as a subject-matter expert.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• BS or MS in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline preferred.

Experience

• 5-10 years supporting and leading automation initiatives within GMP-regulated environments.
• Strong project management experience including planning, execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management.
• Experience implementing process improvements within automation or technical operations.
• Strong experience with BAS/BMS, EMS, or process automation platforms such as Siemens Desigo, DeltaV, Rockwell, or PLC/SCADA systems.
• Extensive background in GMP documentation, validation, and CSV/SDLC processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical efforts and manage cross-functional initiatives.

Technical and Leadership Skills

• Strong understanding of automation system architecture, control logic, alarm logic, and point configuration review.
• Advanced skill in writing, reviewing, and managing controlled documents and validation protocols.
• Strong communication, organization, leadership, and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of the requirements that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit, as well as to lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment. 

TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM:

We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.” However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India.

Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

LEGAL STATEMENT:
 
Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.