Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location : Irvine, California

Terms : Full-Time, Onsite | Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Pay : Competitive (Based on Experience) | Opportunity for Overtime

Our client, a leading innovator in pharmaceutical manufacturing, is seeking a hands-on and detail-driven Automation Engineer to support advanced drug production in a GMP-regulated environment. This is a high-impact role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining control systems critical to product quality, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and maintain PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA-based automation systems.
• Support the integration of new technologies and products into existing manufacturing lines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Develop and update system specifications, SOPs, and validation documentation (IQ / OQ / PQ).
• Lead investigations into control system failures and support corrective actions.
• Implement automation strategies aligned with 21 CFR Part 11 and GMP standards.
• Support utilities, lyophilizers, CIP / SIP systems, and automated inspection equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and change control records

Qualifications

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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