Senior Automation & Controls Engineer — Pharma/Life Sciences

TAI

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 185,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

TAI is seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer/SME to lead control system design and reviews for complex pharmaceutical and life sciences projects from concept through commissioning. You will collaborate with stakeholders, guide technical strategy, and ensure automation solutions meet project objectives and regulatory requirements.

Join TAI’s experienced team delivering critical facility and process automation systems with a focus on GMP compliance, safety, and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
  • 8+ years of control system design experience.
  • 3+ years of Pharma/Biotech/Life Science project experience.
  • Experience with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs.
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP, Modbus, Profibus.
  • GMP/ISPE/GAMP5 familiarity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and review control system designs across projects.
  • Prepare and review project technical requirements.
  • Coordinate with Design Contractors and suppliers.
  • Ensure GMP and SHE compliance in designs.
  • Contribute to project planning and risk assessments.

Skills

Technical leadership
Regulatory & GMP knowledge
Project coordination
Communication skills
Engineering problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering
Master’s degree is a plus
Professional Engineer licensure preferred

Tools

Rockwell RSLogix 5
Rockwell RSLogix 500
Rockwell RSLogix 5000
FactoryTalk View SE/ME
RSlinx

Job description

TAI is seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer/SME to lead control system design and reviews for complex pharmaceutical and life sciences projects from concept through commissioning. You will collaborate with stakeholders, guide technical strategy, and ensure automation solutions meet project objectives and regulatory requirements.

Join TAI’s experienced team delivering critical facility and process automation systems with a focus on GMP compliance, safety, and reliability.

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