Senior Automation Engineer

Pfizer

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Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Salary: $82,700–$137,900 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Sep 24, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $169k

This role $110k

$69k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays less than 96% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$195,737 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $110k versus about $169k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Pfizer

Pfizer Inc. is one of the world''s largest biopharmaceutical companies, researching, developing, manufacturing, and marketing medicines and vaccines across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. Industry: Biopharmaceuticals

Pfizer currently has 32 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,000–$176,600 across 32 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Automation Engineer

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As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will join a forward-thinking engineering team to support the manufacturing processes and systems required to deliver medicines. You will manage moderately complex projects, perform routine and preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities, and complete periodic reviews including the validation master plan for automation engineering. Your daily work involves drafting software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents while managing compliance projects. The role requires expertise in process controls equipment, computerized systems, and relevant compliance regulations and standards. You will utilize skills in technical documentation and team collaboration to ensure operational safety and efficiency. Preferred qualifications include pharmaceutical experience, knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, proficiency in at least one programming language, and the ability to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot to enhance problem-solving and productivity.

Skills

Automation Engineering Software Test Plans System Design Documents Process Controls Computerized Systems GMP ChatGPT Microsoft Copilot

What you'll do

Manage moderately complex projects while meeting established timelines and targets.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities to ensure safe operation.
Execute periodic reviews including the validation master plan for automation engineering.
Draft software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents.
Manage automation compliance projects in accordance with industry regulations and standards.
Monitor and maintain process control equipment within a manufacturing environment.
Modify methods and techniques as needed to improve project outcomes.

What we're looking for

High school diploma with 8+ years experience, associate's degree with 6+ years experience, or BA/BS with 2+ years experience.
MBA or MS with any years of relevant experience is acceptable for eligibility.
Proven experience in Automation Engineering.
Proficiency in drafting software test plans, user requirements, and system design documents.
Hands-on experience with Automation Compliance projects and familiarity with process controls equipment.
Robust understanding of Computerized Systems, compliance regulations, and standards.
Relevant pharmaceutical experience (preferred).
Work authorization in the United States.

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