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Job Title: Automation Engineer

Job Description

The Automation & Operational Technology Engineer is responsible for delivering technical hands-on support for site-based automation and Operational Technology systems. This role ensures the integrity, reliability, security, and compliance of infrastructure and industrial automation platforms across manufacturing, utilities, quality control, and laboratory environments. The engineer designs automated equipment and machinery to complete processes and tasks that were previously manual, implements automated tests to evaluate system integrity, and identifies areas where automation can enhance production and efficiency. Additionally, the engineer provides technical support for automated systems and writes documentation manuals detailing automated processes and changes in equipment design or operation.

Responsibilities

+ Deliver technical hands-on support for site-based automation and Operational Technology systems.

+ Ensure integrity, reliability, security, and compliance of infrastructure and industrial automation platforms.

+ Design automated equipment and machinery to complete manual processes.

+ Implement automated tests to evaluate system integrity.

+ Identify areas where automation can improve production and efficiency.

+ Provide technical support for automated systems.

+ Write documentation manuals detailing automated processes and documenting changes in equipment design or operation.

Essential Skills

+ 3-5 years of experience in automation engineering.

+ Experience with Environmental Monitoring Systems, Building Automation Systems, Process Control Systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and Laboratory Information Management Systems.

+ Data integrity and cybersecurity knowledge.

+ Understanding of GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and Annex 11 requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Support system lifecycle management from design through validation.

+ Experience in supporting CAPEX/OPEX projects.

+ Experience in ensuring regulatory readiness.

Work Environment

The work environment involves utilizing various technologies including Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS), Building Automation Systems, Process Control Systems (PCS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES/EBR), and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). The role requires maintaining data integrity, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance in alignment with industry standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Walkersville, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.34 - $52.23/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 Walkersville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.