Senior Automation Engineer

Bachem

Sr. Automation Engineer managing automation systems and projects within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Posted 7/11/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,004 - $162,256 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for Installation and qualification of automation systems for batch processing tanks, solvent recovery system, filter dryers, HPLCs, filtration system, Lyophilizers, ultra-low freezers, HVAC, solvent distribution and recovery system, compressed air, purified water, and wastewater system
Collaborate with production and controls team to develop and streamline production process in automating the new and existing system by harmonizing and leveraging technology developed by Center of Excellence
Develop and train cross-functional team members on utilization and maintaining new automation systems for equipment and system
Troubleshoot and monitor automation systems and trends to ensure that equipment works to its specifications and appropriate capacities
Support engineering team and coordinates engineering activities to design, develop, and execute the automation part of strategic investment projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or 8+ years of qualified work experience in lieu of degree
Minimum of 5 years’ qualified work experience
Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms, such as Ignition, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, and WinCC
Experience with industrial fieldbus communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, and ProfNet
Experience with Copadata Zenon, Ignition, and PlantPAX SCADA platforms
Experience with Omron PLC/IO, iFIX
Experience with BACnet/IP and MSTP protocols and BMS systems
Experience with OSI PI, Zenon, and MSSQL
Working Knowledge of ISA and IEE Standards and Industry Codes as they relate to Chemical, Pharmaceutical facilities, or related facilities
Knowledge of NEC, UL 508A
Technical knowledge of automation, controls, instrumentation, batch programming, PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and Building Automation Systems
Ability to safely work with electrical circuits up to 480VAC

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan with employer contribution
Annual performance bonus
Paid vacation
Personal and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

AutomationControlsInstrumentationBatch ProgrammingPLCsDCSSCADA SystemsBuilding Automation SystemsTechnical Knowledge of NECTechnical Knowledge of UL 508A