Valspec—a global provider of system validation and lifecycle services—provides commissioning and qualification of computerized systems for clients in the Life Sciences industry. Established in 1999, Valspec’s mission is to provide a wide spectrum of services that help its clients meet their capital project and lifecycle maintenance goals.
Valspec’s projects are critical to the industry, and to the people who rely on its products. Many projects ensure that life-changing drugs are available to those who need them; others streamline production to meet demand at a lower cost, allowing for the discovery of new and innovative therapies.
Process Automation Engineer Consultant
Position Summary: We are seeking a Process Automation Engineer Consultant to lead our automation and controls engineering team. This role involves designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting automated processes and systems at Levels 0, 1, and 2 onsite. The ideal candidate will manage a team, establish process control strategies, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This is more of a building automation system type role, using Ignition SCADA primarily.
Primary Responsibilities:
BMS Process Owner (Schneider Electric):
- Engage in internal and external BMS meetings.
- Approve software change requests and coordinate activities with MFG or lab owners.
- Coordinate onsite activities and site/system access for techs.
EMS/SCADA Process Owner (Ignition):
- Run weekly meetings with the automation team.
- Update SOPs on alarm response and management.
- Respond to user questions and initiate change controls for system updates.
Site Process Automation Lead:
- Define and assess alarm setpoints across the site.
- Review and execute tech transfer risk assessments and change controls.
- Ensure validation and calibration impact assessments are performed and approved.
- Document all setpoint changes in the EMS/SCADA.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or technical services.
- Strong knowledge of process controls, automation, and systems, including Ignition.
- Excellent project management and leadership skills.
- Experience with cGMP in a biopharmaceutical environment.
Join us and be at the forefront of innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry. As a Process Automation Engineer Consultant, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact on the company's digital transformation. If you are passionate about automation and controls engineering and are ready to take on a consultative role in a fast-paced and innovative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and contribute to the future of biopharmaceutical manufacturing.Valspec offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Valspec.
Valspec will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.Valspec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.
