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Senior Process Automation Engineer
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Senior Process Automation Engineer – Emeryville, California
At IPS, you will apply your knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in the lives of people by solving complex challenges related to pharmaceutical, biotech, and animal health research and manufacturing facilities. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Process Automation Engineer to join our talented team at our office located in Emeryville, California.
In this role, you will provide the IPS project team with technical leadership, automation expertise, and instrumentation support for the design, engineering, construction, and qualification of pharmaceutical and biotech related projects.
Responsibilities
Leadership
Demonstrate subject matter expertise by developing department standards and improving existing work practices. Manage and delegate tasks to meet project scope, schedule, and deadlines. Mentor junior staff members.
Conceptual Design
Assist clients in strategic evaluations to develop concepts supported by engineering studies for expanding, improving, or automating existing facilities. Collaborate with clients, other IPS disciplines, and vendors to develop complete automation solutions. Consult on ISA S‑95 levels to meet current and future client needs.
Detailed Design
Collaborate with process design and project teams to support the execution of successful project studies. Develop design and specifications for DCS, PLC, and SCADA based process control systems. Perform automation‑related job functions such as I/O lists, instrumentation lists, and specification of instrumentation and control elements.
Construction Assistance
Support IQ/OQ development and participate in systems analysis, validation, and verification. Identify, qualify, and collaborate with third‑party system integrators as necessary. Coordinate the application of automation products with end users and OEMs.
The salary offered for this role is between $121,000 - $182,160, dependent on experience, skill set, and education. Qualifications & Requirements
10+ years of diversified engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of industry requirements in process automation. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ME/EE/ChemE/Automation/Manufacturing) or equivalent from an accredited university. 3+ years of experience with industrial process control systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA. 4+ years of experience with pharmaceutical process instrumentation. Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and CAD. Experience with development of control system network architectures. Experience with ISA standards and interpretation of P&I drawings. Experience with development of cGMP and GAMP automation lifecycle documents. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage senior‑level contacts. Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications
Active participation in relevant professional associations. Registered Professional Engineer. All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required. About IPS
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work, uniting existing and emerging technologies into reliable processes that accelerate speed to market. Our end‑to‑end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. We infuse curiosity, passion, and commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is a proud affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Leadership
Demonstrate subject matter expertise by developing department standards and improving existing work practices. Manage and delegate tasks to meet project scope, schedule, and deadlines. Mentor junior staff members.
Conceptual Design
Assist clients in strategic evaluations to develop concepts supported by engineering studies for expanding, improving, or automating existing facilities. Collaborate with clients, other IPS disciplines, and vendors to develop complete automation solutions. Consult on ISA S‑95 levels to meet current and future client needs.
Detailed Design
Collaborate with process design and project teams to support the execution of successful project studies. Develop design and specifications for DCS, PLC, and SCADA based process control systems. Perform automation‑related job functions such as I/O lists, instrumentation lists, and specification of instrumentation and control elements.
Construction Assistance
Support IQ/OQ development and participate in systems analysis, validation, and verification. Identify, qualify, and collaborate with third‑party system integrators as necessary. Coordinate the application of automation products with end users and OEMs.
The salary offered for this role is between $121,000 - $182,160, dependent on experience, skill set, and education. Qualifications & Requirements
10+ years of diversified engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of industry requirements in process automation. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ME/EE/ChemE/Automation/Manufacturing) or equivalent from an accredited university. 3+ years of experience with industrial process control systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA. 4+ years of experience with pharmaceutical process instrumentation. Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and CAD. Experience with development of control system network architectures. Experience with ISA standards and interpretation of P&I drawings. Experience with development of cGMP and GAMP automation lifecycle documents. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage senior‑level contacts. Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications
Active participation in relevant professional associations. Registered Professional Engineer. All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required. About IPS
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work, uniting existing and emerging technologies into reliable processes that accelerate speed to market. Our end‑to‑end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. We infuse curiosity, passion, and commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is a proud affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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