Cell Therapy Automation Technician

Automation Technician - Rockville, MD 

As Automation Technician specializing in Environmental/Equipment Monitoring System (EMS) and process equipment/systems, you will play an integral role in the Facilities and Engineering team to ensure reliable and compliant operations of a new Cell Therapy site and process equipment.  This position reports to the Director of Engineering. 

Key Responsibilities:

Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize automation platforms and OT systems (for manufacturing and Quality control Lab equipment) and ensure alignment with operational cross-functional teams.   This role will perform or support configuration, installation, startup, and operational readiness of all automation and OT platforms.   Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving technical issues related to computerized process equipment and control systems and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.   Perform as system admin for automation systems and OT / process equipment.   Support developing budget estimates for capital equipment purchases and small projects.  Execute preventative maintenance for automation and OT systems/equipment.  As system admin or custodian, maintain validated or commissioned state of the systems.   Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor.  Rotational on-call support is required.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree and minimum of 3 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of experience.  Technical and Engineering fields are preferred. 

• Experience with facility environmental monitoring systems, building management systems, automation/OT for cell therapy process equipment (MFG and QC lab), or other related experience. 

• Knowledge of GMP regulations, applicability to the management of automation and/or OT systems, and familiar working with process equipment vendors.  

• Experience in system/equipment integration and networking principles within a GMP environment. 

• Fixing and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex system issues while adhering to GMP regulations. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multi-functional teams and stakeholders in a GMP environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with regulatory inspections and internal audits. 

• Education in the Technical and Engineering fields preferred. 

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $71,749.60 - 107,624.40 as annual base pay.  Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

14-Jan-2026

Closing Date

27-Jan-2026

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