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Product Engineer - Advanced Therapy Bioreactors
ABEC Inc
Bethlehem, PA
…value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to…
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Senior Scientist, DSCS Digital Technologies–Laboratory Automation, Automation Systems Engineer (Hybrid)
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
NJ
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Scientist, DSCS Digital Technologies–Laboratory Automation, Automation Systems Engineer (Hybrid)
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
NJ
Analytical Chemistry, Automation Technology, Bioprocess Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Data Analysis, Laboratory Automation, Laboratory Instrumentation, Materials Science,…
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Principal Process Engineer
Ohr
Lafayette, CO
- $160,000 to $220,000 USD / year
…process engineering that gets them built. As Principal Process Engineer you are accountable for the balances, the equipment, the drawings, and the engineering packages that EPC contractors…
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Applications Engineer II
Repligen Corp
Remote, United States
We are seeking an Application Engineer II to join our growing Applications Engineering team. The responsibilities include reviewing customer/internal single-use designs, utilizing component…
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Process Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)
CRB
Irvine, CA
- $18 to $28.8 USD / hour
We are actively seeking a Process Engineer Intern to join CRB. Join our firm for an internship journey where you’ll dive into real-world project work, learn from industry leaders and fully…
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Senior Process Engineer
Ohr
Lafayette, CO
- $140,000 to $180,000 USD / year
As a Senior Process Engineer at Ohr you take our technology from scale-up through delivered engineering packages - balances, equipment, drawings, and the project plans that put them on the…
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BioProcess Engineer
(2605) Sanofi Vaccines US Inc.
Waltham, MA
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or related technical field
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AUTOMATION ENGINEER III
Spherion
College Station, TX
- $38 USD / hour
The Automation Engineer III - Temporary serves as the senior technical authority responsible for leading the design, configuration, integration, and lifecycle management of process control,…
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Process Engineer I, Data and Knowledge Management
Vaxcyte
San Carlos, CA
As we grow, we are seeking a strategic and collaborative Process Engineer I, Data and Knowledge Management to ensure the integrity, accessibility, and effective use of data and knowledge…
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Bioprocess Engineer I
Rubi Laboratories
Alameda, CA
- $85,000 to $105,000 USD / year
…scientific expertise behind our technology. We are seeking a Bioprocess Engineer I to collaborate closely with our engineers and scientists in executing experiments and supporting…
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Computer System Validation Engineer
Barry-Wehmiller
Indianapolis, IN
When you join Design Group as a Computer Systems Validation Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of…
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Associate Process Engineer, Cell Therapy Process Development
AstraZeneca
Santa Monica, CA · Santa Monica
- $67,000 to $101,000 USD / year
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Process Engineer to support late-stage cell therapy process development and characterization activities. In this role, you will play critical…
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Associate Process Engineer, Cell Therapy Process Development
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP Company
Santa Monica Colorado Avenue, CA
- $67,000 to $101,000 USD / year
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Process Engineer to support late-stage cell therapy process development and characterization activities. In this role, you will play critical…
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Syteline ERP Specialist
ABEC Inc
Springfield, MO
…value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to…
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Syteline ERP Specialist
ABEC Inc
Wilson, NC
…value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to…
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Manufacturing PLC Automation Engineer II
Fujifilm
Research Triangle Park, NC
From our Bioprocess Innovation Center to our cGMP-compliant manufacturing site, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Whether your expertise lies in research, manufacturing,…
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BEA Hardware Applications Engineer II
ThermoFisher Scientific
Logan, UT
As part of the Bioproduction Group’s Bioprocess Equipment and Automation (BEA) Technical Solutions organization, reporting to the Sr. Manager, BEA Technical Solutions, the BEA Hardware…
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Product Line Manager I
Parker Hannifin Corporation
OXNARD, CA
- $102,305 to $170,240 USD / year
Within our unique platform, we partner with Biopharmaceutical industry leaders to design bioprocess solutions which streamline production times and increase production volumes. Our…
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Senior Field Deployment Engineer
Prolific Machines
Emeryville, CA
- $120,000 to $170,000 USD / year
As a Field Deployment Engineer, you will operate at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, optical, software, controls, data, biology, and bioprocess engineering. You will troubleshoot…
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Prototyping Engineer, Automation & Hardware
Biosphere
Oakland, CA
- $75,000 to $110,000 USD / year
You don’t need all of these. If you’ve built real things and want to learn bioprocess hardware, apply.
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Project Engineer
Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.
Glenview, IL
We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related…
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Sustainability Engineer/Scientist
Royal Canin USA Inc
United States
The Sustainability Engineer/Scientist role provides scientific, technical, and program leadership to transform sustainability concepts into scalable operational capabilities. As the on site…
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Senior Process Engineer
Catalent Pharma Solutions LLC
Harmans, MD
Provide hands-on support as a bioprocess equipment subject matter expert and manufacturing support engineer.
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BEA Hardware Applications Engineer II
Life Technologies Corporation
Logan, UT
As part of the Bioproduction Group’s Bioprocess Equipment and Automation (BEA) Technical Solutions organization, reporting to the Sr. Manager, BEA Technical Solutions, the BEA Hardware…

Spherion

AUTOMATION ENGINEER III

College Station, TX, United States

$38 USD / hour

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Pay: $38 USD / hour
Apply by: Nov 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

The Automation Engineer III - Temporary serves as the senior technical authority responsible for leading the design, configuration, integration, and lifecycle management of process control, automation, and industrial IT/OT systems across Manufacturing, Quality Control, Analytical, and Process Development operations. Located in College Station, TX, this role balances hands-on technical troubleshooting with strategic leadership, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliability, efficiency, and strict regulatory compliance in a biopharmaceutical setting. The position also provides technical mentorship to junior automation engineers.

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Lifecycle Management: Provide hands-on leadership for the design, configuration, integration, qualification, and lifecycle management of control systems across plant and lab operations. System Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Lead advanced troubleshooting for process control systems?including PLC, DCS, SCADA, and equipment-level automation?to support uninterrupted GMP operations. Project Execution & Qualification: Manage automation project implementations, requirement definitions, and vendor coordination while supporting commissioning and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities. Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensure system configurations, electronic records, and audit trails comply with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and ALCOA+ data integrity standards. Client Programs & Tech Transfer: Support tech transfer activities, client program customizations, client meetings, and regulatory inspections/audits. Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives to optimize system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency within a CDMO environment. Mentorship: Offer technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior automation engineers to build capability and promote engineering standardization.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related) with 6-12+ years of automation/process control/OT experience in biopharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing. Automation Platform Expertise: Demonstrated design, implementation, and lifecycle management skills in DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms (e.g., DeltaV, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Regulatory & Validation Compliance: In-depth working knowledge of FDA regulations (21 CFR Parts 210/211 and Part 11), ALCOA+ data integrity, Computerized System Validation (CSV), GAMP 5, and ISA-88/ISA-95 frameworks. Commissioning & Qualification: Hands-on experience executing IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols, deviation management, CAPA, and change control within GMP environments. Bioprocessing Equipment: Experience supporting bioprocess systems such as single-use bioreactors, filtration (TFF), and chromatography systems. OT/IT & Industrial Networking: Proficiency in OT asset management in Windows environments, Active Directory (AD) integration, industrial network architecture (switches, firewalls, VLANs), and cybersecurity principles (e.g., NIST, ISA/IEC 62443). Problem-Solving & Soft Skills: Excellent root cause analysis abilities, communication, documentation, and the capacity to balance hands-on work with strategic initiatives in a lean organization.

Education:

Bachelors

Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

Advanced Bioprocessing: Direct experience with biopharmaceutical fill/finish systems.

Industry Certifications:

Automation certifications (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Siemens, or Rockwell Automation). Industrial cybersecurity or networking certifications (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA). IT certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Windows Server/Active Directory, Azure Fundamentals). Project Management certification (e.g., PMP).

Infrastructure Knowledge: Practical experience managing virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V.

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Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

experience 4-7 years

skills Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related) with 6-12+ years of automation/process control/OT experience in biopharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing. Automation Platform Expertise: Demonstrated design, implementation, and lifecycle management skills in DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms (e.g., DeltaV, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Regulatory & Validation Compliance: In-depth working knowledge of FDA regulations (21 CFR Parts 210/211 and Part 11), ALCOA+ data integrity, Computerized System Validation (CSV), GAMP 5, and ISA-88/ISA-95 frameworks. Commissioning & Qualification: Hands-on experience executing IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols, deviation management, CAPA, and change control within GMP environments. Bioprocessing Equipment: Experience supporting bioprocess systems such as single-use bioreactors, filtration (TFF), and chromatography systems. OT/IT & Industrial Networking: Proficiency in OT asset management in Windows environments, Active Directory (AD) integration, industrial network architecture (switches, firewalls, VLANs), and cybersecurity principles (e.g., NIST, ISA/IEC 62443). Problem-Solving & Soft Skills: Excellent root cause analysis abilities, communication, documentation, and the capacity to balance hands-on work with strategic initiatives in a lean organization.

qualifications

Advanced Bioprocessing: Direct experience with biopharmaceutical fill/finish systems. Industry Certifications:Automation certifications (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, Siemens, or Rockwell Automation). Industrial cybersecurity or networking certifications (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA). IT certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Windows Server/Active Directory, Azure Fundamentals). Project Management certification (e.g., PMP). Infrastructure Knowledge: Practical experience managing virtualization platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V.

education Bachelors

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Skills

Control engineering
Quality control
Troubleshooting
Root cause analysis
PLC
DCS
SCADA
Regulatory compliance
Inspection
Process improvement
Coaching
HMI
Allen-Bradley
SAP IQ
Good manufacturing practices
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Cybersecurity
Problem solving
Communication skills
Documentation
Rockwell Automation
Security+
CCNA
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Azure
Project management
PMP
VMware

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