Description
The Automation Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliable, compliant, and continuous operation of sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing systems within a regulated cleanroom environment. This role is heavily hands‑on and supports day‑to‑day manufacturing by installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting automation hardware, process instrumentation, electrical systems, and clean utility infrastructure used in aseptic production.
The position combines field‑level electrical and instrumentation work with controls system support, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, BMS, and EMS platforms. The engineer performs equipment installation, wiring, panel modifications, loop checks, functional testing, and commissioning activities while supporting validation efforts such as FAT/SAT and IQ/OQ/PQ. A strong emphasis is placed on cGMP compliance, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, and audit‑ready documentation.
This role also supports critical pharmaceutical utilities such as PW, WFI, Clean Steam, CIP/SIP, HVAC, and HEPA‑controlled environments, ensuring systems meet cleanroom classification and environmental monitoring requirements. The engineer works extensively with sensors, transmitters, motors, drives, actuators, and automated machinery, diagnosing issues and implementing corrective and preventive maintenance strategies.
In addition to technical execution, the Automation Engineer maintains detailed calibration records, CMMS entries, and validation documentation, and participates in root‑cause analysis and CAPA implementation. The position requires comfort working in ISO 5/7/8 cleanrooms, wearing full gowning, navigating elevated platforms, and performing physical, hands‑on work across rotating or extended shifts in a regulated manufacturing setting.
Skills
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, Electrical, Troubleshooting, root cause analysis
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BE – Mechanical/Chemical from a reputed University
Minimum 3 to 10 years of professional experience in the field of pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
Experience supporting GMP audits and inspections
Familiarity with change control and deviation processes
Basic knowledge of industrial communication networks
Exposure to manufacturing data or automation systems
Ability to work closely with Quality, Validation, and Production teams
Strong prioritization skills in fast‑paced manufacturing environments
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Sacramento, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/yr.
Yearly bonus eligibilityBenefits: Nivagen offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coveragePaid time off plan401k savings plan
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.
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About Actalent
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