• Automation Engineer

    Astrix Technology (Irvine, CA)


    Automation Engineer

     

    Architecture & Engineering

    Irvine, CA, US

    + Added - 28/05/2025

     

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    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

    + Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Biotech Engineering preferred.

    + 4+ years of automation engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

    + Proficient in Rockwell Automation platforms, including FactoryTalk and ControlLogix.

    + Solid understanding of batch processing principles (S88/S95) and validation protocols.

    + Experience supporting 24/7 manufacturing operations is a plus.

    + Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

    + Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team setting.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!\#INDBH

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.