Job Title: Automation Engineer II (Pharma)Location: San Francisco, CAJob Type: Fulltime As an Automation Engineer II, you are responsible in providing support for bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing projects and operations for the Downstream Automation group with a focus on Drug Product. Area of focus will primarily be supporting manufacturing computer/automation/process control systems to ensure reliable operation of Drug Product systems, including Commercial and Clinical fill lines and associated control systems used in and supporting bulk processing, the filling of recombinant proteins, packaging, and inspection. Candidate must be a self-starter, who can independently drive projects and day-to-day work tasks to completion according to a defined budget and schedule. The candidate must be able to work well with others in an informal results-oriented environment. Required Skills:
B.S or M.S. in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree
5+ years of relevant work experience/training.
Working experience supporting multiple controller platforms (such as Allen-Bradley PLC 5 & ControlLogix, Siemens, etc.) and interfaces (GE iFix, RSView, etc.), as well as historian and SQL/database experience.
Experience at reviewing instrumentation and electrical wiring diagrams, communication networks, installation and troubleshooting.
Theoretical and applied knowledge of process instrumentation, classical process control, continuous process control, Electrical areas and S88 Batch programming, validation and GMP regulations applicable to automated systems (including ISPE GAMP guidelines), ISA standards and P&ID nomenclature.
Experience working in a cGMP environment
Requires an ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and the flexibility to support operations in accordance with the manufacturing schedule.
The successful candidate must have strong initiative and integrity as well as strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. They should be able to successfully work independently and within teams, demonstrate strong problem solving skills, partner/customer focus, and the ability to work with complex business systems and processes.
