Job Title: Controls Engineer *For an immediate response, please email me your resume to: olellis @actalentservices.com , along with 3-4 bullet points as to why you would be a great fit for the role* Job Description Analyze existing equipment, processes, facilities, infrastructure, and systems to identify areas of improvement and recommend solutions to optimize performance. Act as a subject matter expert for designated systems/technologies and provide technical recommendations. Anticipate potential process-related problems, risks, and technical conflicts and develop the necessary plans to improve business continuity. Perform troubleshooting and modifications to automated equipment adhering to pharmaceutical and medical device GMP change control standards and policies. Create and modify system specifications and standard operating procedures for the systems supported. Train users and peers on systems. Support software life cycle efforts and contribute to the development of continuous improvements to systems. Provide documentation, testing, commissioning, and validation support following GDP standards. Offer project implementation support and perform administrative, upgrades, and maintenance tasks for equipment/control systems. Responsibilities + Analyze existing equipment, processes, facilities, infrastructure, and systems to identify areas of improvement and recommend solutions. + Act as a subject matter expert for designated systems/technologies and provide technical recommendations. + Anticipate potential process-related problems, risks, and technical conflicts; develop necessary plans to improve business continuity. + Perform troubleshooting and modifications to automated equipment adhering to pharmaceutical and medical device GMP change control standards and policies. + Create and modify system specifications and standard operating procedures for supported systems. + Train users and peers on systems. + Support software life cycle efforts. + Contribute to the development of continuous improvements to systems. + Provide documentation, testing, commissioning, and validation support following GDP standards. + Provide project implementation support. + Perform administrative, upgrades, and maintenance tasks for equipment/control systems. Essential Skills + 4+ years of experience for junior roles, 12+ years of experience for other roles. + Strong experience with automated systems, including automation and maintenance of existing processes. + Proficient in PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc. (Allen-Bradley is ideal but any PLC experience is acceptable). + Experience with PLC programming, automation, troubleshooting, and controls engineering. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in motion or servo control is a plus. + Experience with Plant PAX and Rockwell software is ideal. + Familiarity with keywords such as Siemens PLC, GE PLC, Studio 5000, Step 7, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, OSI PI, Ignition, MES, Robotic / Fanuc, ABB, Rockwell software, Plant PAX, and Rockwell Pharmasuite. Work Environment Work in a fast-paced, dynamic medical device company with advancement opportunities. The automation department, led by an experienced leader, consists of 28 engineers who are core technical experts. The team currently faces understaffing issues, requiring additional support. Team members may work overtime due to current staffing challenges. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $63.00 - $70.00 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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