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Summary Rayze Bio is seeking a Senior Automation/Controls Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced automation and control systems for our new radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Indianapolis.

Reporting to Engineering leadership, you will manage high-impact automation projects, integrating cutting-edge technologies in a GMP-regulated facility. This role is responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring seamless integration with production systems, mentoring junior engineers, and driving continuous improvements in safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Job Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead development, deployment, and lifecycle management of automation and control systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Architect and implement robust PLC, HMI, SCADA, and related automation platforms to enable facility expansions and commercialization efforts.
• Oversee integration of automated systems with existing production lines and corporate business systems, ensuring regulatory and GMP compliance.
• Optimize automation system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and develop strategies for predictive maintenance.
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in commissioning, validation, and upgrades of process automation equipment and instrumentation.
• Collaborate extensively with engineering, production, and quality teams to define requirements and deliver high-quality automation solutions.
• Manage relationships and direct activities with external vendors, partners, and contractors for system selection, installation, and validation.
• Author, review, and approve detailed technical documentation, including SOPs, system specifications, and validation protocols.
• Champion compliance with EHS, Radiation Safety, and all relevant regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of safety and quality.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and staff on automation technologies and best practices.
• Support business needs through up to 15% travel as required and provide on-call support for mission-critical systems after hours.

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or related Engineering field required; MS or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in automation/control engineering, ideally within the pharmaceutical or a regulated manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale automation projects and cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of building automation or building management systems (BAS/BMS) is required
• Previous experience installing, troubleshooting, and replacing PLCs, automation software such as Delta V, Johnsons Controls BMS, or Siemens FMCS.

Skills and Qualification

• Expert in automation system architecture, design, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA, and HMI development.
• Prior experience programming with C++, Python, JAVA, or similar programming languages.
• Proven leadership with the ability to lead complex technical projects and mentor team members.
• Advanced ability to interpret and create system schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Deep understanding of GMP, validation, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities with a results-driven approach.
• Exceptional professional ethics, integrity, and discretion.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
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Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Compensation Overview:

• Indianapolis
• Rayze Bio
• IN: $141,515 - $171,483

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off:

• US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

• Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Rayze Bio and Bristol Myers Squibb

Rayze Bio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, Rayze Bio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS and Rayze Bio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS and Rayze Bio will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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R1600064 : Sr. Automation/Controls Engineer