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Hi,
My name is Karthik Mutyala, and I am a Recruitment Manager with Stark Pharma Solutions, specializing in opportunities across the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Device, and Life Sciences industries.
I am actively connecting with professionals for current and upcoming opportunities. If you are open to exploring new roles or would like to stay informed about relevant positions, please send me your updated resume along with the best number and time to reach you.
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Concord, NC (Onsite)
Duration: Long Term Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support automation and control systems within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role will focus on PLC/SCADA systems, process automation, and system integration, ensuring reliable and compliant operations.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in controls design, troubleshooting, and validation support within pharma or biotech settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain PLC/SCADA/DCS control systems for manufacturing processes
- Support automation projects, including system upgrades, commissioning, and integration
- Troubleshoot and resolve controls and automation issues to minimize downtime
- Collaborate with Engineering, Validation, and Manufacturing teams to support operations
- Assist with commissioning, qualification (CQV), and validation activities
- Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and industry standards
- Develop and maintain control system documentation, including specifications and SOPs
- Support change control, deviation investigations, and CAPA activities
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, or related Engineering field
- 3 8+ years of experience in controls/automation within pharmaceutical or regulated industries
- Hands-on experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
- Experience with SCADA or DCS systems
- Strong understanding of automation and control system design principles
- Knowledge of GMP and regulatory compliance
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Stark Pharma Solutions Inc