Associate Manager - Automation

Requirements) Key Responsibilities Automation Responsibilities Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Emerson Delta V DCS systems. Develop and modify control modules, equipment modules, phases, and batch logic. Design and maintain Delta V operator graphics, alarms, trends, and reports. Support DCS upgrades, migrations, patch management, and lifecycle activities. Perform system backups, restoration, and disaster recovery activities. Troubleshoot automation system failures and implement corrective actions. Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and plant shutdown activities. Optimize control strategies to improve process performance, quality, and productivity. Integrate Delta V systems with PLCs, SCADA, Historians, and third-party systems. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and automation standards. Instrumentation Responsibilities Monitor and maintain field instruments such as pressure, temperature, flow, level, analytical instruments, and control valves. Troubleshoot instrumentation-related issues affecting plant operations. Review and update instrument datasheets, loop drawings, P&IDs, and instrument index documents. Support installation, testing, and commissioning of new instrumentation systems. Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams for instrument reliability improvements. Diagnose communication issues related to HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus, and other industrial protocols. Support control valve diagnostics and performance assessment. Participate in plant projects involving instrumentation and automation upgrades. Ensure instrumentation systems comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Manage instrument spares, technical specifications, and vendor interactions. Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements) Relevant pharmaceutical experience Understanding of programming and proficiency in at least one language Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Ability to train others effectively Strong problem-solving skills Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as Chat GPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline. Minimum 5+ years of experience in Automation & Instrumentation. Work Location Assignment: On Premise Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers. Engineering Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.