What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Automation Controls Engineer- DeltaV position at VEQTOR?
Location: Southern California
Type: Onsite
Salary Range: $120K-$145K
Job Description:
VEQTOR is seeking an experienced Lead Automation Controls Engineer with a strong background in DCS DeltaV. This is a highly visible, hands-on role with direct impact on commercial biopharmaceutical manufacturing systems. You will own DeltaV configuration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management for chromatography and downstream purification skids in a GxP environment, while collaborating with global validation, QA, and process teams
The successful candidate must
- Configure, troubleshoot and maintain DeltaV Batch (recipes, phases, equipment modules, class-based recipes)
- Support software and infrastructure upgrades within regulated environments.
- Have a strong GDP and Quality background.
- Author, review, and update GMP lifecycle documentation (URS, FS, DS, etc.).
- Develop and execute FAT/SAT/CMG protocols.
- Perform data integrity (ALCOA ) assessments and 21 CFR Part 11 remediation
- Support control system infrastructure for both VEQTOR and client systems
- Collaborate with global teams to deliver automation projects efficiently
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Direct experience and knowledge of DeltaV (min 4 years) in a regulated environment
- Experience with CSV processes, GMP documentation, and regulatory requirements
- Must be able to work 100% on-site in Southern California
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (required).
- Excellent technical writing, organizational, and communication skills
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- Detail oriented, self-motivated and a team player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
- Ability to perform critical analysis of situations and provide recommendations
- Problem solving, creative thinking, and interaction with upper management and design teams
- Ability to work independently with structured guidance
- Ability to uphold VEQTOR values and demonstrate honesty, integrity, pride, accountability, teamwork, and commitment
Salary : $120,000 - $145,000