Automation Engineer
Company: Amgen
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: November 21, 2025
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Job Description:
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel
like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our
shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives
all that we do. Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of
biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our
focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General
Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year.
As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on
the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver
innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier
lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and
science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the
opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the
Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while
transforming your career. Automation Engineer What you will do Lets
do this! Lets change the world! Amgen is seeking an Automation
Engineer based Thousand Oaks, CA to join our Amgen Manufacturing &
Clinical Supplies Facilities & Engineering (MCS-F&E) Automation
team. In this role you will support B7 EPO Commercial Drug
Substance plant operations. This includes complex and challenging
system automation initiatives that require understanding of various
automation platforms, integration between multiple platforms,
analytical problem solving techniques, critical thinking, lifecycle
management and Operational Excellence. A proven ability to work in
cross-functional teams is critical for this role. Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain process control automation solutions utilizing
DeltaV Distributed Control System (DCS), Rockwell Programmable
Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI),
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems Develop and
support process control applications via Distributed Control
Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Supervisory Control
and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA), ABB robotics, and Mitsubishi
roller bottle machine. Support technical root cause analysis,
incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control
issues related to plant operations. Own change control records,
CAPA records and deviations as it relates to Automation systems.
Support functional area projects focused on improving process
equipment, cleaning systems and utilities to ensure reliability of
drug substance manufacturing facility. Support Department and
construction capital projects by performing automation engineering
assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes,
and supporting engineering and process qualification runs as
applicable. Provide Continuous Improvement initiatives including
Safety, Reliability, Efficiency and Environmental sustainability
improvements to meet Amgens Ambitious goals. Maintain Data
Integrity Assessments with the current Amgen and Industry
standards. Support Review by Exception (RbE) functionality for all
EPO systems that includes product Batch records, cleaning, and
sterilization systems, Audit trail and version control systems. Be
knowledgeable about compliance and regulatory aspects for operation
and maintenance, equipment validation, and support regulatory
inspections and audits. Day-to-day Operational Support including:
Direct Manufacturing Support required for Critical Operations 24 x
7 Onsite/On Call as required. Troubleshooting Support to
Manufacturing operations, cleaning systems, plant utilities and
Building management system Automation System Administration
Automation System Operating Systems (OS) security patching and
HotFix assessments and rollout Daily manufacturing and engineering
work center team meetings Preventative and corrective maintenance
Automation System spare parts management Business Process
Improvements including departmental Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP) What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use
our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic
professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications: High school diploma / GED and 8 years of
Engineering experience OR Associates degree and 6 years of
Engineering experience OR Bachelors degree and 2 years of
Engineering experience OR Masters degree Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated hands-on experience in developing process control
strategies in Clinical/Commercial Drug Substance Plant Operations.
Familiarity with Upstream and Downstream unit operations. Knowledge
of Automation design, experience in process control engineering and
troubleshooting with GMP biopharmaceutical production facility
equipment/systems such as media, harvest, bioreactors, and
ultrafiltration/diafiltration, roller bottle processing, and
integrating various OEM automation software Strong control system
automation background in design, installation, programming, and
validation of automated processes. 2 years combined experience with
Emerson DeltaV DCS systems version 13 or above, Strong
communication/presentation skills especially with engineering
documentation. Working knowledge of manufacturing IT networks and
network communication (TCP/IP, Profibus, Ethernet, wireless,
fieldbus, WAGO IO, etc.) Ability to read and follow electrical and
P&ID drawings. Must be independent, self-motivated, organized,
and able to multi-task. What you can expect of us As we work to
develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care
for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our
competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support
your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary
range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted.
Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not
limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In
addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan,
based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for
staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities
to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and
career development opportunities that may include: A comprehensive
employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan
with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and
vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible
spending accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for
field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work
arrangements, where possible Apply now and make a lasting impact
with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com In any materials you submit,
you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age,
date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You
will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Sponsorship Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed. As an
organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people
around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of
diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who
respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing
science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight
against serious disease. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and
will consider all qualified applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability
status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will
ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable
accommodation to participate in the job application or interview
process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other
benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request
accommodation.
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