Automation & Validation Engineer

Job Details:

Job Title: Engineer (Automation & Validation)

Duration: 36 months contract

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Domain: Engineering

Internal Job ID: 25-44391

Shift: General Shift

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing process control applications utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA).
• Support projects focused on improving process equipment/utilities/facilities-to-sophisticated unit operation skids to integrate new drug product manufacturing technologies into clinical/commercial facility.
• Familiarity with industry standards for batch control systems, software development life cycle methodologies, 21 CFR Part 11, and GAMP.
• Development of detailed specification, engineering documents, SOP and computerized system administration job plans. Testing of automation-based process equipment.
• Ownership and administration of process control automation in a GMP regulated manufacturing setting. Engage in process change control requests per established SOP and processes.
• Lead technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues related to mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
• Support new product introductions or new technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes and supporting engineering runs.
• Devise new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard automation technical principles.
• Support a safe working environment by complying with all pertinent environmental health/safety practice, rules and regulations

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree OR - Master’s degree & 2 years of directly related experience OR - Bachelor’s degree & 4 years of directly related experience OR - Associate’s degree & 8 years of directly related experience OR – High school diploma / GED & 10 years of directly related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Biotech Engineering.
• Strong control system automation background focused specifically in design, installation, programming and validation of automated processes are essential.
• Ability to create, update and read electrical design packages including SDS, URS, IQ, OQ and VSR among other engineering and validation documentation.
• Knowledge of S88 and S95 techniques. - Batch processing a desired advantage.
• Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills are required.
• Work schedule flexibility as required to support 24/7 operations, requiring daily on-site and occasional after-hours engineering coverage.
• Experience in developing automation strategies for New Product Introduction and New Technology Deployment.
• Position requires a working knowledge of building automation systems, electronic batch records, PLC, OPC, Profibus, Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet technologies.
• Working knowledge and experience with cGMP procedures and engineering practices on pharmaceutical/biotech production processes, facilities, and equipment. Candidate should be experienced in change control, nonconformance, corrective and preventative actions, and validation practices.
• Must be independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and collaboration. Individual must be a team player prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making.

Preferred Experience using the following systems:

• Lyophilizer System, Filling systems for Syringe and Vials and Building Management System
• Testing and Inspection machines for devices
• Clean Utilities (WFI Still A\B, Clean Steam Generator, Chemical Dist. System, WFI Storage & Distribution and Purification System)
• Cleaning Systems (Autoclaves, Depyro oven , COPs and Glass Washers, Pressure Vessel Washer, Vial Washer and Ultrasonic Washer)

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree OR Masters degree and 2 years of experience OR Bachelors degree and 4 years of experience OR Associates degree and 8 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of experience

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

• 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 detailed understanding of cGMPs.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Able to support manufacturing operations through effective troubleshooting and ensuring automated equipment uptime and reliability.
• Update and read P&IDs, instrumentation and electrical design packages including SDS, HDS, URS, IQ, OQ, VP and VSR among other engineering and validation documentation. Develop of detailed specification, engineering documents, SOP and operating standards

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Thanks and Regards,

Anmol Singh

Email: anmol.singh@ustechsolutionsinc.com

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