Senior Process Automation Engineer – Pharma/Biotech

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 99,820 - 185,380; Full time

Job summary

Genentech, a member of the Roche family, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Process Automation Systems to deliver advanced automation across pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging, and warehouse operations. The role owns the full lifecycle, ensuring GMP/compliance and successful execution in digital manufacturing initiatives.

The candidate will lead design, qualification, and commissioning of DCS, PLC/SCADA, MES, and data historians, and collaborate across teams while traveling for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in automation-related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech automation projects.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (FDA/EMA) and GMP.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, procurement, and qualification of automation systems.
• Define architectures and conduct feasibility studies per Roche standards.
• Manage integration with process equipment, packaging, and warehouse systems.
• Interface with suppliers and project teams to ensure performance.
• Lead CSV/qualification activities and commissioning under GMP and cybersecurity standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

DCS

PLC/SCADA

MES

Data Historian

Job description

Genentech, a member of the Roche family, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Process Automation Systems to deliver advanced automation across pharmaceutical manufacturing, packaging, and warehouse operations. The role owns the full lifecycle, ensuring GMP/compliance and successful execution in digital manufacturing initiatives.

The candidate will lead design, qualification, and commissioning of DCS, PLC/SCADA, MES, and data historians, and collaborate across teams while traveling for