Automation Engineer Manager with 5 years of people management experience in addition to over 18 years of experience in process design, automation development, and process controls systems operational support in a biopharmaceutical cGMP environment. Involved with all phases of Automation including design, validation, commissioning, startup and 24/7 operation support. Managed the facilities automation department to ensure automation control systems are maintained and remain in a compliant, functional, efficient, and reliable state. Assisted procurement in negotiating and maintaining critical contracts that support facilities automation systems. Managed, scheduled, and led the planning and execution of automation engineering aspects of both capital and non-capital projects related to production and facility requirements. Demonstrated skills in organizing and leading multifunctional team to design and deliver process improvements for operation.  Strong troubleshooting skills with automation systems, programming experience, and experience with SCADA system. Developed and implement projects to improve manufacturing operation and efficiency.