Principal Engineer (Delta V Automation)

Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

Posted: 05/09/2025 Job Number: 40703

Job Description


Principal Engineer (Delta V Automation)


Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:
  • Emerson Delta-V DCS system with batch control and recipe management
  • System Integration using OPC, Profibus, EIP, WIOC, and DeviceNet technologies.
  • DeltaV Virtual infrastructure configuration, management, and troubleshooting
Red Flags:
  • Lack of Delta V experience (immediate disqualification)
  • Candidates requiring sponsorship (possible but less preferred)
  • History of frequent short-term roles indicating instability or inability to maintain employment

Summary:

Lead teams in the development of drug delivery devices. Scope includes a wide range of devices, such as; needle protection systems, fluid transfer devices, pen injectors, automatic pen injectors, and micro-infuser delivery pump systems. The qualified candidate will lead technical teams to ensure successful device development of these mechanical and electro-mechanical medical devices. The Principle Engineer will work closely with team members to develop detailed engineering specifications, device design & development, support verification, validation, and regulatory submissions of these devices. The role of the Principle Engineer is to work within a cross-functional organization to utilize technologies and methodologies that support short-cycle robust device development.

Responsibilities:
  • Work cross-functionally with individuals and project teams in Marketing, Operations, and Development
  • Create and assess product requirements to determine technical coverage and proper integration different subsystems.
  • Create and execute to project plans and schedules
  • Develop, execute, and review architecture documents, design documents, specifications, development plans, characterization plan, verification and validation plans and other related product development documents for assigned projects.
  • Provide deep technical assistance for junior engineers.
Skills:
  • BS in Engineering and previous experience in a medical device industry
  • 10 years current experience with engineering processes and procedures.
  • Led projects from development through the 510k and PMA approval process.
  • Strong background in engineering and commercialization of electro-mechanical medical devices.
  • Experience with material & test specs generation, protocol & report writing, process & test development, prototyping, design verification, DOE/SPC process optimization & validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), FMEA.
  • Product design/development (design control) from concept to post product launch for Europe (EMEA/CE Mark) & US (FDA/PMA/510k) submissions.
  • Experience in drug/device combination product design and development
  • Familiar with the following standards:
    • Quality System Regulation? 21CFR820
    • Risk Management? ISO 14971
    • EU Medical Device requirements? Council Directive 93/42/EEC
    • Medical Electrical Equipment? EN 60601
  • Small scale device assembly experience.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Strong problem solving, risk assessment, and risk management skills.
  • Must be capable of working on multiple projects in a deadline driven environment.
  • VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: Qualified candidates with either a strong Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, OR Systems/Software Engineering background need apply and will be considered!

Basic Qualifications:
  • Doctorate degree and 3 years of experience

OR
  • Masters degree and 5 years of experience

OR
  • Bachelors degree and 7 years of experience

OR
  • Associates degree and 12 years of experience

OR
  • High school diploma / GED and 14 years of experience

 

Pay range is $84 - $89 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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