Automation Engineer
Millipore Corporation

Job Info

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Work Location: Carlsbad, California
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Department: LS-SC-POCN1 Carlsbad Engineering
Recruiter: Katherine Nicolosi

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Your Role:

The Carlsbad Gene Therapy Viral Vector Manufacturing is a contract manufacturing site that produces drug substance and drug products for gene therapy and oncology applications. We are seeking a skilled Industrial Factory Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and managing industrial control systems and automation projects.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. While performing the duties, you will:

• Design, develop, and commission industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automated control systems
• Perform troubleshooting of process, equipment, and system malfunctions or failures
• Collaborate with internal & external resources/engineers to integrate automation technology into new and existing machinery and equipment
• Perform quality discrepancy evaluations/assessments and provide support for investigations
• Perform cGMP reviews of executed Automation Work Plans and tests for completeness and accuracy
• Provide training and technical support to operations and maintenance teams
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses for automation projects
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and safety
• Conduct off- shift, weekend, and overtime duties (as needed)
• Travel 5%

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Industrial Automation or Computer Science with 5+ years of experience in FDA regulated industry sectors in pharmaceutical, medical devices, or biotechnology

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• Master's degree in electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Industrial Automation or Computer Science with 3 years of experience in FDA regulated industry sectors in pharmaceutical, medical device, or biotechnology
• 2+ years of experience in validation, qualification and software life cycle as it relates to GxP environment
• 3+ years of experience programming and configuring PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), SCADA to automate processes and monitor operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FDA regulated industry sectors
• Experience working in Pharmaceutical or Biologic manufacturing facility environment
• Good understanding of electronics & electrical (low voltage) concepts and industrial network concepts
• Drafting of URS, FS, DS, SDS and IOQ Protocols
• Experience with Windows Servers and Industrial Data Historian
• Knowledge of Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), I&E (Instrumentation and Electrical) including networking, panel design, IO / device configuration, and wiring diagrams
• Network Segregation and Firewall Configuration and Virtual Servers
• Knowledge of MS SQL is plus
• Hands on experience programing and troubleshooting with FactoryTalk View and Allen-Bradley
• Experience with programing vision systems such as Cognex, Keyence is a plus
• Understanding of principles and concepts of Lean Six Sigma to continuously improve qualification program

Pay Range for this position - $49,500 - $148,900

Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role and are derived from relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k)-matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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