Sr. Automation Engineer : 26-02731

Akraya, Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer in Thousand Oaks, CA to support automation programs and capital projects in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will apply deep expertise in process controls, integration, and project management to implement and lifecycle-manage automation systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with capital construction, design and programming of process controls, and familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance in the pharmaceutical or similarly

Qualifications

• Emerson Delta-V DCS programming experience
• Knowledge of Rockwell SCADA/PLC systems
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
• Experience in pharmaceutical or similarly regulated manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee automation solution implementation for new systems.
• Provide post-implementation support and training.
• Ensure adherence to engineering and operational standards.
• Support capital projects for new manufacturing technologies.
• Conduct automation assessments for new product introductions

Skills

Emerson Delta-V

Rockwell PLCs

SCADA Systems

Process Controls

Manufacturing Automation

Job description

Primary Skills: Emerson Delta V (Advanced), Rockwell PLCs (Advanced), SCADA Systems (Advanced), Process Control Systems (Advanced), Manufacturing Automation (Advanced)

Contract Type: W2 Duration: 36 Months Location: Thousand Oaks CA (#LI-Onsite) Pay Range: $38.00 - $42.00 Per Hour

Job Summary

This role involves supporting manufacturing and clinical supply automation programs and capital projects, focusing on complex automation initiatives. The engineer will leverage deep knowledge of automation platforms, integration, problem-solving, and project management within a manufacturing environment. The position requires hands‑on experience with capital construction, design, programming, implementation, and lifecycle management of process controls and instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee automation solution implementation for new systems.
• Provide post‑implementation support and training.
• Ensure adherence to engineering and operational standards.
• Support capital projects for new manufacturing technologies.
• Conduct automation assessments for new product introductions.

Must-Have Skills

• Emerson Delta-V DCS programming experience
• Rockwell Automation SCADA and PLC experience
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
• This role requires experience in the pharmaceutical or a similarly regulated manufacturing industry.

ABOUT AKRAYA

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