• Control Systems Engineer 3

    Actalent (San Diego, CA)


    Job Title: Control Systems Engineer 3Job Description

     

    We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing and implementing control systems within the Pharmaceutical and Biotech industries. You will be responsible for leading various projects, ensuring quality, and providing technical support to both colleagues and clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and grow within a collaborative environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and maintain a working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including periodic updates.

    + Peer-review the design work of colleagues to ensure project quality objectives are satisfied.

    + Direct the design of control systems architectures to meet user requirements for communications, integration, data acquisition, and redundancy.

    + Direct the development of project-related drawing and documentation packages such as wiring diagrams, control panels, interconnect diagrams, specifications, and manuals.

    + Specify, program, test, and troubleshoot control systems and networks.

    + Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot graphical user interfaces and data historians.

    + Develop and execute project test protocols including FAT, SAT, and SIT.

    + Prepare detailed design specifications.

    + Lead interactive design reviews with clients and consulting engineers.

    + Provide onsite support and service for local clients.

    + Prepare recommendations to update or remediate existing control systems.

    + Identify and vet new technologies, products, and services to reduce client costs or add value.

    + Provide engineering support for system installation and commissioning.

    + Provide technical support and training for less- senior colleagues.

    Essential Skills

    + 5-10+ years of experience as a control systems engineer.

    + Experience with Rockwell or similar systems within the Pharmaceutical and/or Biotech industry.

    + Demonstrated competence in four of the following performance domains: Control Panel Design, Control System Design, Instrumentation and Final Control Elements, Codes and Standards, Control System Software Development.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Completed undergraduate technical degree (Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering) from an accredited institution.

    + Ability to translate control systems to automation language (Control Logix and Wonderware).

    + Control systems engineering PE license (any state).

    Work Environment

    Our team emphasizes a collaborative work environment with a beautiful office in El Cajon where in-person collaboration is encouraged. Team outings are organized once a month. The engineer will have complete oversight over projects, managing a team of 1-3 Junior Engineers. Most projects are local to San Diego, minimizing travel requirements. We value long-term employees who are interested in growing within their roles and contributing to our tenured team. An end-of-year bonus is provided, and while we may not offer the highest salaries in the industry, the opportunity to work on numerous projects and wear various hats is a significant benefit.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $67.00/hr.

     

    • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.