Automation / Controls Engineer

The Automation / Controls Engineer leads the controls engineering scope for assigned, well-defined tasks and projects under guidance, owning the full lifecycle (plan, design, build, integration, test, support) within the single-engineer model to deliver safe, reliable, accurate, repeatable, and maintainable systems in Class 7 cleanrooms and cGMP environments, transitioning first-line support to Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance (remaining as second-line support). * Plans, tracks, and communicates work in the company-standard project/task management system; delivers scope on time and within budget. * Design and documentation: reads, drafts, and updates P&IDs; electrical schematics; pneumatic diagrams; panel layouts; field device layouts; BOMs; process flow diagrams; submits for review. * Build: performs enclosure/panel fabrication and wiring; field device conduit and wiring; follows NEC, UL, CE and internal standards. * Integration: * Implements and tests safety functions (e-stops, light curtains, safety relays) under guidance. * Configures operator controls, relays/contactors, transducers, pneumatics, motors and basic drives (e.g., DC/VFD/stepper) and process controllers. * Networking: sets up simple local equipment networks. Guided on advanced local and remote networking. * PLC/HMI: develops basic ladder logic routines and HMI screens; debounces/scales signals; monitors/controls common variables (temperature, pressure, speed, position, flow, level) via discrete/analog/serial/ethernet interfaces. * Test/debug: executes test plans; documents defects; participates in root cause and corrective actions. * Validation/documentation: supports cGMP validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) led by Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality; maintains accurate build/configuration records. * Support and continuous improvement: provide initial first-line support after equipment goes into service to achieve reliable operation; transition first-line support to Maintenance and remain second-line support; capture lessons learned; suggest incremental improvements to designs and standards; Support legacy controls systems commensurate with role level _This is an on-site role based out of our headquarters in Camarillo, CA._ **The skills and experience you’ll need:** * Education: Bachelor’s degree (or similar) in a relevant discipline; equivalent experience considered. * **Experience: 3+ years related controls/automation experience** with prior industry exposure preferred. * Codes/standards: foundational knowledge of NEC, UL, CE; awareness of hazardous-area practices (Class I Div 1/Div 2, intrinsically safe circuits, explosion-proof enclosures). * CAD: basic proficiency in AutoCAD (Mechanical or Electrical) preferred. * PLC/HMI: foundational ladder logic and HMI development; demonstrates good documentation and code organization. * Motion: Pneumatic cylinders and basic motors/drives. * Networking: simple local networks. * Commissioning of low complexity systems; adherence to safety and cGMP practices. * Soft skills: organized documentation; time management; collaborative communication; willingness to learn and accept guidance. * Proficient with MS Office software including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and a working knowledge of a wide variety of software packages, operating systems, and equipment. Occasional work may be done in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom environment. Powder free gloves, face masks, hairnets, gowns and shoe covers must be worn. Because smokers continue to shed thousands of smoke particles even hours after smoking a cigarette and these particles will damage our products, only non-smokers are permitted to enter or work in the cleanroom. **Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. What we can offer you: * Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans * Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym, Ultramodern Coffee Bars, Free EV Charging Stations, Employee Discounts * 401k, Profit Sharing, 401k Advisory Services * Company Sponsored Life Insurance * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Holiday **Ready to make an impact? Let’s talk. **This position may require you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government. **Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.** * * * **US BASE PAY SCALE $93,500 - $119,900** **The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicant's experience.**