Senior Automation Engineer
Current- Working at Johnson & Johnson Vision Care.- Preparing and developing the design and execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols for new and modified automated systems, ensuring operational reliability and compliance before and after installation.- Configuring and managing servers for the automation systems, including database and application servers in virtual environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance with GxP regulations.- Working with system modifications, including programming changes and hardware upgrades ensuring all changes follow GxP guidelines and maintain system validation.- Developing, modifying and managing FactoryTalk HMI applications, including screen design, alarm setup, and data logging configurations, ensuring adherence to GMP guidelines while enhancing system usability.- Programming and editing DeviceWise software, including setting up device connections, configuring workflows, modifying scripts and integrating with automation systems for seamless data exchange.- Generating detailed history files for all system modifications, ensuring all changes, updates, and enhancements are documented in accordance with company and regulatory standards.- Uploading modification history files and automation software backups (e.g., HMI, DeviceWise configurations) to the company’s file backup management system to ensure robust data retention and disaster recovery.- Conducting fault-finding and troubleshooting for the automation systems to resolve issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to production processes.- Executing SAT using company's digital validation system: Kneat.- Ensuring that all validation activities and modifications are properly documented and audit-ready, supporting internal and external regulatory inspections.- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, IT, Validation, and others to ensure system compliance.