Sr Automation Engineer

Novato CA (Hybrid), United States | Posted on 05/20/2024

• Industry: Pharma/Biotech/Clinical Research
• Job Type: Contract
• Work Experience:
  
  5+ years
• State/Province:
  California
• Country:
  United States

Sr Automation Engineer

Duration of

Contract:

Long term, starts immediately, runs through March 2027, with possible extension

• Implement capital automation projects using industry best practices and company business processes.
• Support the scope, deliverables, schedule, and project team for capital expenditure (Cap Ex) of automation projects.
• Participate in the development and evaluation of RFPs and bidder/vendor analysis for general contracting and engineering services when using the design-build method.
• Work directly with project controls to prepare and update project status, schedule, resource, and cost reports within Oracle-based tools (OPPM & P6) for various BMRN departments.
• Identify and oversee system integrations.
• Ensure consultants & contractors working on automation projects maintain compliance with GMP, EHS&S, and security requirements, including training, Job Hazard Assessments, and company policies.
• Coordinate/support engineering and automation design, commissioning, qualification, and validation groups as appropriate.
• Proactively seek and recommend improvements in site processes and procedures.
• Represent the Capital Project Automation group with effective communication and presentation skills.
• Provide status reports on projects to Automation Management as required.

• Minimum 10 years of automation engineering experience, preferably in biotech or pharmaceutical organizations.
• Experience with Emerson Delta
  
  V Process Control System (PCS).
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Experience supporting executive management and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with Internet navigation, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Teams, SharePoint), Adobe Acrobat.
• Flexibility to work outside core hours occasionally on short notice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with both quantitative and qualitative variables.
• Leadership and influence skills supporting company objectives.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, and non-GMP project requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• BSc degree in construction or engineering-related field from an accredited university, or an AS degree combined with industry experience.