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Wilmington, USA · Remote Posted 22 days ago $87,300–$137,400 / year
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TL;DR

The Building Automation Systems (BAS) lead is a senior-level role within the engineering team, responsible for overseeing and improving site-wide BAS infrastructure to support GMP manufacturing, laboratories, utilities, and critical facilities. This position involves hands-on technical leadership in configuring, programming, and managing Siemens Desigo CC systems daily, ensuring reliable operations through root cause analysis and compliance with GMP standards. Key responsibilities include technology integration, validation processes, lifecycle management, and vendor coordination, requiring expertise in HVAC, cleanroom controls, and utility automation. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in regulated environments, proficiency in Siemens Desigo CC, and a deep understanding of IT/OT cybersecurity and SDLC for facility systems. This role is crucial for maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency at a high-profile GMP site.

Skills

Siemens Desigo CC Building Automation Systems GMP Compliance Change Control Validation IT/OT Integration Alarm Management Rationalization Energy Management SDLC Cybersecurity Technical Leadership Vendor Management Troubleshooting Root Cause Analysis Communication Skills HVAC Systems Cleanroom Controls Critical Utility Automation

What you'll do

  • Own and manage the day-to-day performance of site-wide BAS infrastructure.
  • Lead root cause investigations for BAS deviations, alarms, and system issues.
  • Perform configuration and programming of Siemens Desigo CC systems.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity, and quality requirements for BAS.
  • Develop and execute lifecycle management plans for BAS upgrades and standardization.
  • Manage BAS vendors to meet contractual and technical expectations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or Automation) or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Siemens Desigo CC and HVAC systems.
  • Proven experience in GMP-regulated facilities and compliance for facility automation.
  • Strong understanding of IT/OT integration, networks, and cybersecurity for BAS.
  • Experience managing system integrators and vendors, ensuring technical quality.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence across engineering, quality, and operations.
  • In-depth knowledge of SDLC for regulated systems including requirements, design, testing, validation.

Market check

Salary context

This $87,300–$137,400 range sits above 8% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$123,700–$190,300

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$129,650–$188,810

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About MSD

MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the international name for Merck & Co., a major U.S.-based pharmaceutical company.

MSD currently has 4 open roles on FindRole.

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