Sr 2 Automation Engineer
Lexington, Massachusetts Job ID R0181781 Category Manufacturing & Supply Subcategory Manufacturing & Supply Business Unit Global Manufacturing & Supply Job Type Full timeBy clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
About the Role:
As the Senior II Automation Engineer, you will serve as a key automation leader within a high-impact manufacturing environment, supporting critical control systems that enable reliable and compliant biopharmaceutical operations. You will partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, and site leadership to ensure system performance, drive continuous improvement, and deliver innovative automation solutions. In this role, you will balance hands-on operational support with ownership of complex engineering projects. You will also act as a trusted subject matter expert, guiding best practices and shaping automation strategy across the site. You will report into the Automation Lead.
How You Will Contribute:
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert for control systems (PLC, DCS, MES, and ancillary data systems)
- Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting issues and ensuring system reliability and compliance
- Lead the full project lifecycle from design through implementation for small to large-scale automation initiatives
- Define project scope, strategy, and requirements while ensuring high-quality, timely delivery of solutions
- Oversee and review technical outputs of automation engineering work
- Drive continuous improvement, system performance optimization, and innovation initiatives
- Collaborate cross-functionally through daily operational and project meetings
- Support audits, inspections, and compliance activities by preparing and presenting required data
- Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and engineering standards for automation programs
- Ensure accurate documentation and lifecycle management of system specifications, drawings, and data
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering
- Strong expertise with DeltaV or similar DCS platforms and PLC programming
- Experience in cGMP, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated environments
- Knowledge of ISA-S88/ISA-S95 standards and batch or continuous manufacturing processes
- Solid understanding of industrial control systems, instrumentation, and networking (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profibus)
- Experience with data historians, reporting systems, and integration tools (e.g., OPC, SCADA platforms)
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and deliver solutions aligned with business goals
- Familiarity with system validation, commissioning, and qualification processes
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
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For Location:
USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPSU.S. Base Salary Range:
$116,000.00 - $182,270.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPSWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularTime Type
Full timeJob Exempt
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