AI Driven Automation Architect in San Jose

Energy Jobline ZR; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 248,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a hands-on AI Automation Architect for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Hybrid/Onsite contract role focusing on end-to-end AI-powered automation, MES/LIMS/ERP integration, and GxP-compliant processes.

You will lead requirements gathering, design intelligent workflows, and drive digital transformation across QA, QC, supply chain, and IT teams, delivering scalable automation solutions with validation and data integrity at the core.

Qualifications

• Experience designing AI-driven automation in pharma/manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity.
• Experience with MES/LIMS/ERP integrations and cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured requirement gathering with manufacturing, QA, QC, and IT.
• Architect and deploy AI-enabled workflows to reduce manual work.
• Integrate automation with MES, LIMS, ERP and other systems.
• Drive digital transformation and process optimization across operations.
• Ensure validation, testing documentation, and change control processes.

Skills

AI/ML

Workflow design

Requirements gathering

Cross-functional collaboration

GxP compliance

Tools

MES

LIMS

ERP

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

About the Company:

AI Driven Automation Architect – Pharma Manufacturing

About the Role

Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid/Onsite) Type: Contract Function: Digital Manufacturing, Automation, AI/ML Role Summary We are seeking a hands on AI Automation Architect with deep expertise in designing and deploying end to end AI powered business process automation within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. This role focuses on requirements collection, intelligent workflow design, and process optimization across complex, regulated operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical execution capabilities, GxP awareness, and a proven ability to modernize manufacturing processes through scalable AI and automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

Requirements Gathering & Process Analysis

• Lead structured requirement collection sessions with manufacturing, QA, QC, supply chain, and IT teams.


• Map current state workflows, identify bottlenecks, and document functional/technical requirements.


• Translate business needs into AI driven automation specifications and workflow logic.

AI Powered Automation & Intelligent Workflow Design

• Architect and deploy AI enabled workflows that reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.


• Build automation frameworks leveraging ML models, rule based engines, and intelligent orchestration tools.


• Integrate automation solutions with MES, LIMS, ERP, and other manufacturing systems.

Process Optimization & Digital Transformation

• Identify automation opportunities across batch execution, deviation management, equipment readiness, data capture, and compliance workflows.


• Drive modernization of end to end manufacturing processes using AI, analytics, and digital tools.


• Partner with cross functional teams to accelerate digital transformation initiatives.

Compliance, Validation & Data Integrity

• Ensure all automation solutions meet GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, validation, and data integrity requirements.


• Collaborate with QA/Validation teams to define testing, documentation, and change control processes.


• Implement explainable AI and traceable decision logic within automated workflows.

Cross Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, IT, data engineering, and automation teams.


• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non technical stakeholders.


• Provide ongoing support for deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with digital manufacturing platforms (MES, LIMS, eBR, EBR automation).


• Familiarity with cloud based AI/automation services (Azure, AWS, GCP).


• Background in intelligent document processing, predictive analytics, or workflow orchestration.


• Prior experience driving digital transformation in regulated environments.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in AI/ML, intelligent workflows, and process automation.


• Proven background in pharma/biotech manufacturing or other regulated industries.


• Expertise in requirements gathering, business process analysis, and workflow design.


• Hands on experience with automation tools, orchestration platforms, and data pipelines.


• Solid understanding of GxP, validation, data integrity, and compliance frameworks.


• Ability to design scalable automation architectures that integrate with MES/LIMS/ERP systems.


• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Skills

Ideal Candidate Profile A hands on builder who can:

• Collect requirements with precision


• Architect AI driven workflows


• Execute automation solutions end to end


• Ensure compliance and validation


• Modernize manufacturing operations through scalable digital systems