Automation Engineer in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals Inc•Sacramento, CA

87d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Engineer ensures reliable operation of sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing systems by installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting automation components, process instrumentation, drives, motors, control devices, clean utility systems, and aseptic production equipment. The role supports continuous and compliant operations under cGMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and cleanroom standards.

Requirements

BE – Mechanical/Chemical from a reputed University
Minimum 3 to 10 years of professional experience in the field of pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
Strong troubleshooting skills across sensors, transmitters, motors, drives, actuators, control components, automated machinery, and process systems.
Experience with conduit bending, tray installation, cable pulling, wire routing, cable dressing, and termination.
Proficiency in installing and modifying panels, junction boxes, and equipment assemblies.
Skilled in using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and calibration devices.
Ability to install, connect, and terminate control wiring and instrument cabling for field devices.
Understanding of circuits, drives, starters, protection components, actuators, and control system diagnostics.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and loop documentation.
Knowledge of GMP requirements, sterile manufacturing, cleanroom practices, aseptic operations, and validation processes.
Strong documentation discipline, attention to detail, and audit readiness.
Ability to work efficiently and safely in regulated manufacturing environments.
Result oriented
Innovative thinking
Time Management, Professional Work Conduct at all times
Problem-solving ability & High level of self-motivation
Strong interpersonal relationship skills
Strong written & verbal communication skills
Must have experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Legally authorized to be employed in the United States
Must live or be willing to move to the Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx 40 miles’ radius)

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot sensors and transmitters for pressure, temperature, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and environmental monitoring.
Support in performing GMP‑compliant calibrations with complete traceability and accurate documentation.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, pumps, fans, drives, control devices, and sterile manufacturing equipment.
Perform conduit bending, cable routing, wire pulling, cable termination, tray installation, and equipment connections in accordance with plant procedures.
Install and modify control panels, junction boxes, and instrumentation assemblies.
Diagnose issues in circuits, protection components, sensors, actuators, drives, and automated machines.
Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and calibration instruments.
Support PLC, HMI, SCADA, BMS, and EMS platforms, including troubleshooting and system checks.
Conduct loop checks, functional tests, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Maintain and troubleshoot systems for PW, WFI, Clean Steam, CIP/SIP, HVAC/HEPA controls, and aseptic filling/packaging operations.
Read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and loop drawings.
Maintain cleanroom support systems, including differential pressure controls, HEPA filtration, and environmental monitoring.
Ensure compliance with cGMP, cleanroom classification requirements, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity principles.
Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance.
Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement CAPA actions.
Maintain accurate CMMS entries, calibration logs, and audit‑ready documentation.