Senior Engineer, Controls

Jubilant HollisterStier Spokane

$103K — $164K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related engineering field
  • 10+ years in Operational Technology (OT) controls systems
  • Proficient in Rockwell Logix programming
  • Experience in Pharmaceutical or regulated industries
  • Familiar with Allen-Bradley control hardware and software
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking
  • Familiarity with GAMP5 principles and data integrity

Responsibilities

  • Provide oversight for OT equipment control systems at JHS-Spokane
  • Support and guide OT Controls projects including compliance and cost-saving initiatives
  • Train and mentor maintenance controls technicians on troubleshooting and repairs
  • Assist contract manufacturing teams with process development and project support
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance across all projects
  • Manage capital and expense facility projects according to Project Management Guidelines
  • Develop detailed project specifications for contractors and vendors

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The primary function of the Senior Controls Engineer is to provide technical oversight of facility Operational Technology (OT) systems, equipment, and controls projects at JHS-Spokane. The position may participate directly or provide oversight of controls engineers or controls technicians on project teams which are responsible for the design, acquisition, installation, and/or upgrade of critical systems and equipment used in the manufacture of pharmaceutical products. The Senior Controls Engineer assumes responsibility and accountability for capital and expense projects involving controls in facility or production equipment, cost reduction, process improvement, and/or compliance. In addition, the Senior Controls Engineer will provide engineering support to contract manufacturing teams to include process development, process optimization, and deviation investigations.
  1. Provides overall technical oversight for JHS-Spokane OT equipment controls systems.
  2. Provides expert technical support of OT Controls projects including facility and utility expansion, compliance upgrades, cost reduction, contract manufacturing, process improvements, construction projects, etc.
  3. Participates in support, guidance, and training for Maintenance controls technicians to include controls system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
  4. Provides controls engineering support and guidance for contract manufacturing teams to include process development, recipe creation and maintenance, and support of related capital projects.
  5. Is responsible for knowledge of regulatory requirements for the facility and processes to ensure compliance to local, state, federal and international regulatory agencies.
  6. Manages and/or participates in major capital and expense facility projects in a manner that is compliant with the "Project Management Guidelines" system. This system includes methods for scheduling, budgeting, meeting management, teamwork, communication, and documentation of a multi-departmental project team.
  7. Must work effectively with various internal and external customers on a daily basis. Internal customers may include departments such as Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Validation, Finance, etc. External interactions will include officials from local, state or federal regulatory agencies, A&E firms, construction firms, vendors, equipment manufacturers, etc.
  8. Participates in the compliance to both short-term and long-term company objectives as defined by upper management.
  9. Development of detailed specifications and RFQs to be used by A&E firms, contractors or equipment manufactures to accurately quote on projects being pursued by the company.
  10. Responsible for developing and using systems of engineering documentation required by regulatory agencies and in compliance with generally accepted engineering guidelines, SOPs, or quality standards.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelors of Science; Major: Computer Science or Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or similar engineering discipline required
  • 10+ years of OT Controls systems engineering required
  • Rockwell Logix Programmer desired
  • Experience in a Pharmaceutical or other Regulated Industry preferred
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley Controls system Hardware; PLC, PanelView HMIs, and Servo Drives preferred
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley Controls Software: RSLogix, FactoryTalk Studio preferred
  • Wonderware Intouch, InSQL Historian, Archestra IDE and DA Servers experience preferred
  • GE Proficy software packages; Fix32, iFix, and Proficy Historian experience preferred
  • TCP/IP Networking experience preferred
  • Microsoft SQL Server preferred
  • Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk Studio suite Functional Expertise
  • Working knowledge: GAMP5 - Data Integrity
  • Extended periods of sitting or standing.
  • Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted.
  • Work in classified/aseptic areas.
  • Work in confined spaces.

Location: Spokane, WA - On Site, Full- -Time

Shift: Monday - Friday Day Shift

Compensation & Benefits That Start on Day One - Because Your Well Being Matters

Hiring Wage: $103,050 - 164,900, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don't believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success.

Starting on your first day, you receive:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

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