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Dharmik Parikh

New Brunswick,NJ

Summary

Automation and Environmental Systems Engineer with over five years of experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, with expertise in DeltaV, REES EMS, and environmental and power systems monitoring. Skilled in system integration, loop checks, and risk management within regulated environments. Strong, cross-functional collaborator with a track record of resolving system anomalies and optimizing performance. Adept in supporting GMP compliance, engineering projects, and facility operations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Engineer

Merck & Co.
Rahway, USA
08.2022 - Current
  • Conduct day-to-day monitoring of the REES environmental monitoring system, ensuring the stability and reliability of the system.
  • Proactively identify and troubleshoot any anomalies or discrepancies in system data, promptly addressing and resolving issues.
  • Facilitate the onboarding of new users into the REES system, providing training sessions tailored to their specific needs.
  • Execute graphics changes and layout changes within the REES system to enhance user experience and streamline data visualization.
  • Collaborate with users to understand and implement system changes, ensuring alignment with their requirements.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot REES Net devices connected via Ethernet, with hands-on experience in basic networking, device communication, and system connectivity.
  • Handle Secret Server with 11 nodes across 3 servers, and leverage experience with Oracle Database to support backend system integrity and automation workflows.
  • Played a key role in cross-functional REES project execution by coordinating between structural teams, procurement, and REES technicians. Ensured timely hardware setup, network configuration, and seamless integration of environmental monitoring devices across new infrastructure.
  • Ensure the REES Environmental Monitoring System is performing accurately by conducting annual validations and quality checks. Oversee IQ/OQ documentation and processes to confirm proper installation, operation, and ongoing compliance with GMP standards.
  • Perform day-to-day tasks in the Delta-V system at the SSO Plant.
  • Expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive test scripts, utilizing EM and CM modules in the DeltaV System.
  • Conduct a regression testing procedure to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the system.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to validate system functionality, ensuring adherence to project requirements and standards.
  • Conduct thorough loop checks using handheld devices, ensuring the seamless integration of field instruments into the DeltaV control system.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose issues during loop checks, providing efficient solutions to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Support integration of PLC systems with DeltaV. Assist in configuring and modifying HMI graphics to improve system usability and visualization for facility and lab equipment monitoring.

Automation Engineer

Philips Healthcare
Andover, USA
04.2019 - 07.2022
  • Designs inspection fixtures to verify dimensions of medical-grade injection molded parts using CMM and vision system equipment
  • Provides fixture drawings to internal machine shop, and advises on material selection and machining preferences, based on user design (required weight, durability, etc.) and material/geometry stress analysis
  • Performs First Article Inspection on machined fixtures after receipt
  • Advises on programming the automated CMM and vision system routines, based on lighting, material, color, etc
  • Assist in Gage R&R studies to assess repeatability and reproducibility values between operators for the inspection technique
  • Led risk assessments (e.g., design and process FMEA)
  • Responsible for automation programming and configuration changes on Delta V in support of new URS and FS changes
  • Integrate Tags to Delta V data historian and PI
  • Receives fixture development requests from cross functional teams for new products
  • Evaluates routine operator inspections to identify opportunities to reduce bottlenecks by replacing manual inspection techniques with CMM/vision system routines
  • Develops Pad Printing & Laser Marking fixtures designs and processes (Diversified Printing, Keyence)
  • Designs cutting fixtures for quality inspection study
  • Strong “hands-on” capability in the installation and programming robotic and PLC controls systems in a manufacturing environment
  • Assembles and machines any necessary adjustments to pneumatic part assembly/de-gating presses
  • Modify and install end of arm tooling to accelerate manufacturing

Education

Master of Science - Engineering Management

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
12-2021

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Gujarat Technological University
India
07-2019

Skills

  • REES Environmental Monitoring System (EMS)
  • DeltaV Distributed Control System (DCS)
  • IQ/OQ validation and GMP compliance
  • Environmental and Power System Monitoring
  • Oracle Database Support
  • Ethernet Networking and REES Net Device Configuration
  • PLC programming and HMI interface configuration
  • Loop Checks and Instrument Calibration
  • Annual System Validation and Quality Checks
  • Project Coordination (Structural, Procurement, and Technicians)
  • Technical Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
  • User Training and Onboarding (250 REES users)
  • CMMS Tools and Alarm Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Timeline

Automation Engineer

Merck & Co.
08.2022 - Current

Automation Engineer

Philips Healthcare
04.2019 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Engineering Management

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Gujarat Technological University

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