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Principal Engineer

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Thousand Oaks, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Principal Engineer for an Onsite position with a Leading Biotechnology Company located in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a 36 month contract opportunity.

This role supports Clinical and Commercial Plant Automation programs and Capital projects within the Facilities & Engineering Automation team. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of various automation platforms, integration between different systems, and experience in the lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls and instrumentation technologies within a life sciences environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Support automation capital project software development testing and commissioning activities
  • Support day to day operations of the plant for automation related issues including on-call rotation every 7-8 weeks
  • Support the Plant Automation team and participate in the preparation and implementation of detailed design, scope, and schedule in partnership with cross-functional teams
  • Support the implementation of new automation solutions including DeltaV DCS, Rockwell PLC, HMI, and SCADA related hardware, software, and network infrastructure
  • Support post-implementation activities including hyper-care support, training, revising SOPs, delivering spare parts lists, and updating asset management systems
  • Ensure compliance with company Engineering and Operational standards, specifications, and procedures
  • Support new continuous improvements by performing automation engineering assessments and implementing system configuration changes
  • Support a safe working environment by complying with all pertinent environmental health and safety rules and regulations

Requirements:

  • Background within Life sciences, specifically Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering
  • Direct programming experience in Rockwell, Emerson, HMI, and/or Allen Bradley
  • Life Sciences GMP experience
  • Experience with supporting automation capital projects (qualification, testing)
  • Doctorate degree and 3 years of experience OR Masters degree and 5 years of experience OR Bachelors degree and 7 years of experience OR Associates degree and 12 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 14 years of experience

Desired skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotech Engineering, or related life science engineering
  • Knowledge and experience in capital project lifecycle management within a GMP biopharmaceutical production facility
  • Five or more years of combined experience with Emerson Delta-V DCS and Rockwell Automation SCADA and PLC Platforms
  • Experience with ABB Robot and Mitsubishi roller bottle machines
  • Electronic Batch Reporting Systems design and implementation experience
  • Experience with Process Control Network design and Virtual Infrastructure design
  • System Integration experience using OPC, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, and DeviceNet technologies
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, ASTM 2500, S88, S95, and GAMP

Pay range: up to $61.41 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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