Engineer III, Controls

Jubilant Pharma, LLC; Spokane, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

Day-one benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane is seeking an Engineer III, Controls to provide technical support for OT systems and lead controls projects in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role covers design, installation, and upgrades of critical systems used to manufacture sterile products.

You will participate in capital projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor technicians. On-site, full-time in Spokane, WA with competitive wages and benefits starting day one.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or engineering discipline.
• 7+ years OT Controls systems engineering.
• Experience in Pharmaceutical or Regulated Industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for OT equipment controls systems.
• Support OT Controls projects including facility expansions and upgrades.
• Train maintenance controls technicians in troubleshooting and repair.

Skills

OT Controls

Regulated industry

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors of Science (engineering)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

RSLogix

FactoryTalk Studio

Wonderware Intouch

GE Proficy

SQL Server

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — And Build What’s Next

As Spokane’s Largest Manufacturing Company, Jubilant HollisterStier LLC is a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.
We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is proudly part of the global, Jubilant Pharma family. established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support lifechanging medicines around the world.

For the Builders, Innovators, and Doers — This Is Your Place

If you are someone who thrives on solving complex problems, improving systems, and building real solutions, you’ll feel at home here. At Jubilant HollisterStier, your ideas matter — and your impact is felt globally.

Why builders choose us:

• Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well-being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
• A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
• A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands on contribution.
• A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long term stability with forward looking innovation.

If you want to build something meaningful with a team that values your drive, skills, and ideas — you belong here.

Job Description:

The primary function of the Engineer III, Controls is to provide technical support of facility Operational Technology (OT) systems, equipment, and controls projects at JHS-Spokane. The position may participate directly or provide oversight of controls engineers or controls technicians on project teams which are responsible for the design, acquisition, installation, and/or upgrade of critical systems and equipment used in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products. The Controls Engineer assumes responsibility for participation and leadership in capital and expense projects involving controls in facility or production equipment, cost reduction, process improvement, and/or compliance. In addition, the Controls Engineer will provide engineering support to contract manufacturing teams to include process development, process optimization, and deviation investigations.

• Provides overall technical assistance for JHS-Spokane OT equipment controls systems.
• Provides technical support of OT Controls projects including facility and utility expansion, compliance upgrades, cost reduction, contract manufacturing, process improvements, construction projects, etc.
• Participates in support, guidance, and training for Maintenance controls technicians to include controls system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Provides controls engineering support and guidance for contract manufacturing teams to include process development, recipe creation and maintenance, and support of related capital projects.
• Responsible for acquiring and maintaining knowledge of regulatory requirements for the facility and processes to ensure compliance to local, state, federal and international regulatory agencies.
• Manages and/or participates in major capital and expense facility projects in a manner that is compliant with the "Project Management Guidelines" system. This system includes methods for scheduling, budgeting, meeting management, teamwork, communication, and documentation of a multi-departmental project team.
• Participates in the compliance to both short-term and long-term company objectives as defined by upper management.
• Development of detailed specifications and RFQs to be used by A&E firms, contractors or equipment manufactures to accurately quote on projects being pursued by the company.
• Responsible for developing and using systems of engineering documentation required by regulatory agencies and in compliance with generally accepted engineering guidelines, SOPs, or quality standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science; Major: Computer Science, or Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or similar engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of OT Controls systems engineering required.
• Experience in a Pharmaceutical or other Regulated Industry preferred.
• Working knowledge in Allen-Bradley Controls system Hardware; PLC, PanelView HMIs, and Servo Drives preferred.
• Working knowledge in Allen-Bradley Controls Software: RSLogix, FactoryTalk Studio preferred.
• Working knowledge in Wonderware Intouch, InSQL Historian, Archestra IDE and DA Servers preferred.
• Working knowledge in GE Proficy software packages; Fix32, iFix, and Proficy Historian preferred.
• Working knowledge in TCP/IP Networking preferred.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft SQL Server preferred.
• Working knowledge in Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk Studio suite preferred.
• Working knowledge in GAMP5 – Data Integrity preferred.
• Management of Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Communication with Internal/External customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguous and complex situations, influencing outcomes, and driving a multi-disciplinary team without direct authority.

Other Physical Requirements:

• Extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted.
• Work in classified/aseptic areas.
• Work in confined spaces.

Location: Spokane, WA — On Site, Full-Time

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One — Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $102,100– $136,100 annually , with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don’t believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Unlock Your Potential

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We are committed to enhancing value for customers and stakeholders by delivering innovative and economically efficient solutions, always with care for the environment and society.

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Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane