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Careers at Finesse Solutions

Finesse Solutions manufactures unique optical measurement and control solutions for life science applications. We continuously seek out the best for our operations and engineering teams. Our focus is on improving Control and Measurement in the bioprocess applications of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

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Current Openings

Automation Systems Engineer

Qualifications:

  • Four- year degree in Engineering
  • 4 to 10 years of experience in automation engineering
  • 3 years of hands on experience with DeltaV database creation, control strategy programming and Operator interface screen development
  • Experience with VBA programming desirable
  • Knowledge of batch programming and SFC development desirable
  • Experience in cGMP pharmaceuticals desirable
  • Experience troubleshooting automation control cabinets
  • Knowledge of field I/O devices – experience with serial devices desirable
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Professional appearance and demeanor

Roles and Responsibilities:

This person will design standard products and customize standard product offerings to achieve customer’s user requirements. Activities will include:

  • Design and develop, configure, and implement control strategy and application from P&ID instrument drawings.
  • System staging to include: database creation, equipment commissioning and check out, FAT, SAT and IOQ.
  • Conceptualize, develop and program complex control strategies to exceed customer’s expectations.
  • Assists in the promotion or sales of additional products and services.
  • Provides technical, engineering or troubleshooting assistance to installed base customers.
  • Integration into existing installed systems.
  • Migration of existing installed systems.
  • Works well under pressure: sometimes meeting multiple and conflicting deadlines.
  • Occasional travel to assist in startup and/or field upgrades of existing systems.

Related Industries

This person does not have to have experience in the life science industry. Possible related industries are:

  • Biopharmaceutical equipment manufacturer
  • Medical equipment manufacturer
  • Automation and Systems Integration
  • Plant control systems



 

Validation Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time Employee
Location: San Jose, CA
Experience Level: 2-5 years
Education Level: BS/BA

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with writing, reviewing and executing FATs, SATs and IOQs for a highly customizable software package. Completed under the direction of the Validation Manager.
  • Interact with and train customers during FATs, SATs and IOQs.
  • Perform documentation reviews of software FRSs and DDSs.
  • Travel, both domestic and international, to customer sites to assist in execution.

Required Experience:

  • BS/BA Degree. Preferably a Scientific or Engineering degree.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in validation work, preferably biotech or pharmaceutical.
  • Validation experience: hands-on experience with the development and execution of FATs, SATs and IQ/OQs.
  • Working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP, audit trails, security features, cGMP, GDP and regulatory requirements for automated systems.
  • Self-motivated and capable of adhering to strict deadlines is a must.
  • Highly effective verbal and written skills, including technical writing, are a must.
  • Ability to adapt the validation model in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Flexibility to multi-task and develop innovative solutions.

Desired Experience:

  • Experience with Automated Process Control Systems (preferably DeltaV) is highly beneficial.
  • Experience writing RTMs, Risk Assessments and Gap Analysis is highly favorable.
  • Knowledge of GAMP 5 is a plus.
  • Knowledge of VB or C#.NET Framework is a plus.
  • Experience with HW/SW interactions is valuable.
  • Familiarity with European validation practices is helpful.
  • Experience with software PQs is a plus.


 

System/Software Developer (Emerson DeltaV)

We are seeking a motivated engineer that knows Emerson DeltaV from both a programming and fundamental operation viewpoint. Needs to be to design controls, database management, and communications protocols. Qualified candidates will perform a large subset of the following tasks:

  • Design, implement, & test control strategies in DeltaV
  • Design/develop OPC & MODBUS communications protocol programs
  • The candidate will have the ability to execute research and development plans, and to evaluate the performance of new technologies.

Emerson DeltaV Software Developer Requirements

  • B.S. or M.S. in computer science, electrical, chemical or control systems engineering, and a minimum of 5 years work experience
  • Knowledge of VBA, VB6 or .NET Framework would be advantageous
  • Understanding of batch control strategy and methodology would be advantageous
  • Familiarity with OPC and MODBUS communications protocols
  • Ability to self-manage and succeed at an individual level as well as work cooperatively in a team environment