Job Description Catalyx is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our team in Gaithersburg, MD.
Who we are Catalyx specializes in the science of operational processes. With a footprint across North America and Europe, the company carefully automates and services R & D, production, packaging, and delivery processes globally with a sophisticated blend of products, technologies, and lifecycle services. The company was formed in 2022 after CXV Global (Crest Solutions, Xyntek, and VistaLink) and Panacea Technologies joined forces. For over three decades, Catalyx's partnership-based culture has helped organizations in production intense, highly regulated industries optimize their operational efficiency, performance, and safety. To learn more about the company's experience and comprehensive suite of capabilities and solutions, visit
The Role Catalyx is a trusted partner in delivering world class lifecycle services to regulated and high risk end markets. With a relentless commitment to innovation and excellence, we partner with life science and other highly regulated organizations, to empower them to enhance efficiency, and drive success. As part of this commitment, we are continuously developing our on-site teams to support the advancement of our customer operations.
We are seeking a detail-orientated and experienced Senior Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain control systems in a regulated manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation technologies, and a solid understanding of compliance requirements such as GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and ISO standards. This role requires collaboration with cross functional teams to ensure automation solutions meet production, safety, and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities - Work with utilities systems to reduce/optimize water usage.
- Design, develop, and maintain automation systems, including PLC's, HMI's, SCADA, and DCS.
- Ensure automation systems are compliant with industry regulations (e.g., FDA, GMP, ISO).
- Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to support process improvements and troubleshooting.
- Stay current with automation technologies, industry standards, and regulatory expectations.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related field.
- Four to Seven years of experience in automation engineering, preferably in a regulated environment (e.g., Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology).
- Proficiency with Siemens Desigo and Rockwell PLC's. EMS, BMS, BAS experience a must.
- Knowledge of GAMP 5, 12 CFR Part 11, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical, problem solving skills.
- Excellent written and Communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications - Siemens Desigo
- Rockwell PLC's
- EMS, BMS, BAS experience (Rockwell-Siemens)
- Utilities based efficiency project experience is highly desirable (e.g., carbon, gas, ETC.)