**Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Senior Engineer for an on-site position with a 36+ month contract located in Thousand Oaks, CA.**
This role will support ongoing biological processes by updating, maintaining, and improving DeltaV automation systems, and providing critical site support. The successful candidate must exhibit sound analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, exemplary communication and collaboration, and operational excellence. This is a 99%+ on-site position with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8am - 5:00pm, and includes an on-call rotation for after-hours support approximately once every four weeks.
**Responsibilities:**
* Develop and maintain process control automation solutions utilizing DeltaV Distributed Control System (DCS), Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA)
* Lead and support functional area projects focused on improving process equipment, utilities, and facilities, including large capital projects to integrate new drug substance manufacturing technologies
* Lead and support technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues related to plant operations
* Lead and support new product introductions (NPI) or new technology introductions by performing automation engineering assessments and implementing system configuration changes
* Provide day-to-day operational support, including 24x7 on-call rotation, troubleshooting for manufacturing operations, and system administration
* Manage preventative and corrective maintenance for automation systems
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, productivity, and reliability
**Requirements:**
* Doctorate degree; OR Master's degree and 2 years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience; OR Associate's degree and 8 years of experience; OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of experience
* Working knowledge of Delta V, Rockwell PLCs, and automation communication protocols
* Working experience with GMP manufacturing
* Strong communication and collaboration skills with a broad audience
**Desired skills:**
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering or Biotech Engineering
* Extensive background in programming, design, installation and lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls, automation and field instrumentation
* Direct knowledge of Automation design and experience in process control engineering and troubleshooting with GMP biopharmaceutical production facility equipment/systems
* Demonstrated experience with continuous improvements related to Drug Substance Plant Operations
* 5+ years combined experience with Emerson Delta-V DCS system and Rockwell Automation SCADA and PLC Platform
* Experience with Electronic Batch Reporting Systems design and implementation
* Experience with Capital Project Lifecycle Management
* Ability to perform independently in a self-directed, team-based culture
**Pay range:** up to $50.45 per hour
**Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.**
**If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!**
**Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)**
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
**Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:**
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
