Pa Solutions - Thousand Oaks, CA

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Thousand Oaks, CA
1,001-5,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Automation Engineer at PA Solutions, you will play a pivotal role in engineering sustainable automation solutions for the process and manufacturing industries. The company is recognized as a leading manufacturer-independent supplier, focusing on the design and implementation of complex industrial automation systems. Your primary responsibility will be to provide technical leadership in the development of automation solutions utilizing various technologies and platforms, including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, BMS, Edge Devices, MES, Data Management, Vision Systems, and Robotics. This position requires a deep understanding of engineering principles and practices, allowing you to navigate the complexities of automation projects effectively. In this role, you will work within a multidisciplinary team that combines technology and business expertise to deliver professional solutions to some of the leading companies in the life sciences and manufacturing sectors. You will be responsible for conducting site surveys, defining project scopes, and preparing estimates. Your expertise will guide the design, development, and implementation of process, utility, and building control systems that support manufacturing operations. You will also lead and mentor project teams, ensuring the development of functional specifications and detailed design specifications for both hardware and software solutions. Your responsibilities will extend to developing project plans, test plans, and test protocols, as well as coordinating technical design and configuration activities. You will oversee the installation and start-up of systems, lead testing and qualification activities, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Post-implementation, you will provide support and training to clients, ensuring that all design changes are documented and communicated effectively. This position not only demands technical acumen but also strong leadership and communication skills, as you will be reporting to the Project Manager on project progress and issues.

Responsibilities

  • Perform site surveys and lead requirements definition.
  • Define project scope and prepare estimates.
  • Design, develop, and implement process, utility and building control systems in support of manufacturing operations.
  • Lead and mentor a project team for the development of functional specifications and detailed design specifications for hardware and software system solutions.
  • Develop the required project plan, test plan, test scripts, test protocols, and test reports.
  • Build and qualify software development and production system environments.
  • Coordinate and review the technical design and configuration activities, ensure adherence to project procedures and standards.
  • Lead the installation and start-up of systems or applications, remotely or at the customer site.
  • Lead testing and qualification activities in respect with the industry rules and regulations, ensure proper documentation and resolution of test discrepancies and technical issues.
  • Ensure that design changes are logged, documented, and estimated.
  • Report to the Project Manager on project progress and issues.
  • Provide post implementation support and training to clients.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or relevant professional experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience with the deployment of industrial automation solutions (hardware and software).
  • Practical experience with design specifications, software development, acceptance testing, commissioning, and qualification.
  • Experience with the design and deployment of industrial network infrastructure and IIoT solutions.
  • Technical knowledge and practical experience with industrial platform solutions from Rockwell, Aveva or Siemens, with formal certification required.
  • Familiarity with agile software development methodologies.
  • Knowledgeable in relational databases and programming languages such as Ladder Logic, Functional Block Diagram, Structured Text, Python, C#/C++, MS SQL, etc.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Good communication and leadership skills, fluent in English, spoken and written.
  • Experience with the regulated industry requirements preferred.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in the life sciences manufacturing sector.
  • Familiarity with additional programming languages or automation technologies.
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