Job Title: Sr. Engineer (PLC/SCADA)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Duration: 3 Years
Job Responsibilities include:

• 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

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.

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.
• 5 or more years combined experience with Rockwell Automation Factory Talk & ControlLogix PLC Platform.
• 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.

Preferred Experience using the following systems:

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

 

About Us: SPECTRAFORCE is one of the fastest-growing workforce solutions firms in the United States. As a diversity-owned business, we place human connection at the heart of everything we do, building strong relationships with both clients and candidates to fill roles successfully. Our teams in North and Central America and India serve more than 150 Fortune clients globally, leveraging custom AI technology to provide direct hire, executive search, nearshoring, offshoring, and project staffing solutions.
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $55.00/hr.