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BioMADE

Senior Automation Engineer

BioMADE

. Define, design, and deliver process control systems for the national pilot plant network .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in process control systems, automation, and data historian implementation for pilot facilities, with a strong focus on safety management and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead projects, manage operational technology, and develop technical documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Process Control EngineeringOperational Technology (OT)PLC, DCS/SCADA, HMIData Historian ImplementationProject Leadership

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Hard Skills
Process Control DesignControl Loop DesignTroubleshooting Control PerformanceTechnical Documentation DevelopmentPiping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)Factory Acceptance TestsSite Acceptance TestsConfiguration ManagementInstallation and Startup of OTChange Management
Soft Skills
Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationSelf-Directed Work EthicMotivation in Fast-Paced EnvironmentsCross-Functional Influence
Tools & Technologies
Data Historian SoftwareAutomation SystemsTechnical Reporting ToolsStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Industry Keywords
Biochemical FacilitiesChemical FacilitiesPilot Plant NetworkSafety AwarenessCapital Investment Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define, design, and deliver process control systems for the national pilot plant network
  • Develop and deploy the process control system, automation, and data historian for three new piloting facilities
  • Apply real-world experience to the design, construction, commissioning, and startup of piloting facilities
  • Collaborate with engineering and design consultants and pilot facility technical teams
  • Contribute to operating and improving pilot facilities to support domestic companies running pilot-scale trials and beginning production
  • Identify process control and data system needs and convert them into robust control strategies and data historian systems
  • Develop or review instrument datasheets, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and technical documentation
  • Contribute to process control and data historian requirements, control narratives, process safety management, Factory Acceptance Tests, and Site Acceptance Tests
  • Develop and manage configuration, installation, and startup of Operational Technology in collaboration with process integrators
  • Maintain process control systems, data historian hardware and software, and other Operations Technology elements
  • Evaluate customer technology transfer packages for deploying new control loops
  • Contribute to long-term capital investment strategy for the pilot plant network
  • Develop as the process control, data historian, and OT subject matter expert for the BioMADE pilot plant network team
  • Report to the Chief Manufacturing Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate’s degree, BS or Advanced Degree in Engineering, Automation or related discipline (chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline)
  • 10 years experience in industrial operations of biochemical facilities or chemical facilities, including roles such as process control engineer, OT/data historian lead, production management, or reliability management
  • 4 years in executing process control improvements including initial control loop design, deployment of new code, and troubleshooting of control performance
  • Working knowledge of OT for industrial processes; knowledgeable in PLC, DCS/SCADA, HMI, and Data Historians
  • Experience working with a diverse group of contractors and vendors contributing to hardware and software system maintenance and improvement
  • Ability to be self-directed and work independently under tight deadlines; motivated and able to work hands-on in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Maintain and promote an exceptional standard of safety awareness
  • Proven track record in change management and project leadership, driving results through cross-functional influence and formal contractual agreements
  • Demonstrated digital literacy and technical proficiency
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience managing records, authoring technical reports, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees; low-cost buy-up options available
  • Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren)
  • Health Savings Account option for medical insurance
  • 100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees
  • Low-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) with child ortho coverage
  • 100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits
  • 100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff
  • 100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period!)
  • Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date
  • 11 Paid holidays and a Winter closure
  • Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for new parents
  • Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite for professional development
  • Free Parking
  • Casual Dress Code
  • Free snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations
  • Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee