Automation Engineer

The Judge Group

Thousand Oaks (CA)

On-site

USD 96,432 - 103,320

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking an Automation Engineer for a crucial role in the design and programming of automated processes within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control system automation, experience with PLCs, and the ability to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and involves contributing to innovative automation strategies in the pharmaceutical sector.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Rockwell Automation and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
Experience with regulated environments and cGMP compliance.
Ability to create and manage engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

Design, install, program, and validate automated processes.
Develop automation strategies for New Product Introduction.
Ensure compliance with cGMP procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Education

B.S or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S or M.S. in Chemical Engineering

B.S or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S or M.S. in Biotech Engineering

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About the Role

The Automation Engineer will play a crucial role in the design, installation, programming, and validation of automated processes. This position requires a strong background in control system automation and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Design, install, program, and validate automated processes.
Create, update, and read electrical design packages including SDS, URS, IQ, OQ, and VSR.
Develop automation strategies for New Product Introduction and New Technology Deployment.
Provide daily on-site and occasional after-hours engineering coverage.
Work with building automation systems, electronic batch records, PLC, OPC, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and DeviceNet technologies.
Ensure compliance with cGMP procedures and engineering practices in pharmaceutical/biotech production processes.

Qualifications

B.S or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Biotech Engineering.
5+ years of experience working on Rockwell Automation and Allen-Bradley PLCs (Factory Talk & ControlLogix).
Experience with Process Design, Commissioning, and change control methodology. Direct experience with regulated environments, including a detailed understanding of cGMPs.

Required Skills

Ability to create and manage engineering documentation.
Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills.
Flexibility to support 24/7 operations.
Experience in change control, nonconformance, corrective and preventative actions, and validation practices.
Independent, self-motivated, organized, and able to multi-task in project environments.

Preferred Skills

Experience with Lyophilizer System, Filling systems for Syringe and Vials, and Building Management System.
Familiarity with Testing and Inspection machines for devices.
Knowledge of Clean Utilities (WFI Still A&B, Clean Steam Generator, Chemical Dist. System, WFI Storage & Distribution and Purification System).
Experience with Cleaning Systems (Autoclaves, Depyro oven, COPs and Glass Washers, Pressure Vessel Washer, Vial Washer and Ultrasonic Washer).
Working knowledge of S88 and S95 techniques.

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