Merck
Wilmington (Biotech), DE
Shift: Full time
Job Description Position Summary: The Building Automation Systems (BAS) lead is responsible for the site-wide operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of BAS infrastructure, supporting GMP manufacturing, laboratories, utilities, and critical facilities. This role provides technical leadership and hands-on expertise in Siemens Desigo CC systems, including configuration, programming, and system lifecycle management, while supporting a team of required resources. The BAS lead ensures reliable, compliant, and secure facility automation, enabling safe, efficient, and compliant site operations aligned with our company s engineering, quality, and sustainability objectives. Key Responsibilities Operations Reliability: Own the day-to-day performance and reliability of site BAS, including systems supporting: HVAC Cleanrooms Utilities (WFI, PW, compressed gases) Environmental monitoring support Serve as the site technical lead for Siemens Desigo CC, including system architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting. Lead root cause investigations and resolution of BAS deviations, alarms, and system issues, minimizing impact to GMP operations. Establish clear technical standards, expectations, and performance goals for BAS support activities. Technology Integration Reliability Perform and/or oversee hands-on configuration and programming of Siemens Desigo CC systems, including: Point configuration Graphics development Alarm management Control logic modifications Review and approve BAS design changes, logic updates, and system expansions. Ensure all BAS changes follow approved change control, validation, and cybersecurity processes. Compliance, Validation Quality Ensure BAS systems remain audit-ready, compliant with GMP, data integrity, and site quality requirements. Support validation activities including: User Requirements Functional Specifications Testing (IQ/OQ) System releases and changes Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations to resolve deviations, CAPAs, and inspections related to BAS. Lifecycle, Strategy Continuous Improvement Develop and execute BAS lifecycle management plans, including upgrades, obsolescence management, and system standardization. Drive continuous improvement in: Energy efficiency Alarm rationalization System performance and availability Collaborate with site and global engineering teams to align BAS implementations with our company s standards and best practices. Vendor Stakeholder Management Manage BAS vendors and system integrators, ensuring delivery meets contractual, technical, and quality expectations. Act as the primary BAS interface for facilities, manufacturing, labs, EHS, and IT/OT cybersecurity teams. Provide clear communication to site leadership on BAS risks, priorities, and performance. Qualifications Education Minimum Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, or Automation) or equivalent experience. 3 years of experience with building automation systems Experience with building automation applications such as Siemens Desigo Understanding of HVAC, cleanroom, and utility automation systems. GMP experience preferred, including validation, change control, compliance, and SDLC practices. Knowledge of IT/OT networking, cybersecurity, and BAS architectures. Familiarity with alarm management and energy optimization initiatives. Experience managing vendors and system integrators. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills. This position plays a critical role in ensuring facility and environmental control reliability for a high‑profile GMP site. The BAS lead directly enables safe product manufacture, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency, while shaping the long‑term evolution of BAS capabilities at the site. Required Skills: Audit Management, Build Automation, Building Automation Systems, Business Process Improvements, Continuous Process Improvement, Cybersecurity, Data Management, GMP Compliance, Maintenance Processes, Medical Devices, Networks, Problem Management, Quality Management, Real-Time Programming, Regulatory Compliance, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Technical Leadership, Technology Integrations Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all aff