AGC Biologics

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Senior Automation Technician to join our Site Automation and Engineering team. In this role, you’ll help keep our advanced manufacturing operations running smoothly by supporting, maintaining, and improving building and industrial automation systems.

You’ll work with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Siemens Desigo, WebCTRL, and PLC-based control systems—playing a key part in ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient operations across our cGMP manufacturing facilities. Experience with HVAC systems and utility integration (steam, compressed air, purified water, chilled water) is a strong plus.

Location: Bothell, WA

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week

Compensation Range: $43.00 – $59.00 per hour

Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Support installation, startup, calibration, and maintenance of building and industrial automation systems (BAS, PLCs, SCADA, instruments, sensors, and related devices).
• Lead troubleshooting and corrective maintenance of Siemens Desigo, WebCTRL, and PLC-based systems; serve as the site subject-matter expert for escalations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and site procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors/vendors performing automation or BAS work, ensuring compliance with site standards and timely execution.
• Support execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for automation projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, change controls, and investigations in compliance with GMP standards using CMMS tools (Maximo, BMRAM).
• Support regulatory audits and inspections by providing system documentation and technical details.
• Provide training and mentorship to end users and junior technicians on automation systems.
• Assist in qualification and validation activities for automation and building systems.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance system performance, energy efficiency, and reliability.
• Follow all quality, regulatory, and safety requirements (OSHA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.).
• Perform other duties as assigned to support site operations.

Leadership Skills

• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Clear communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, contractors, and regulators.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7–10 years of hands-on experience with building automation and industrial control systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills with Siemens Desigo and/or Automated Logic WebCTRL.
• Strong PLC knowledge (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
• Experience integrating BAS with HVAC equipment, utilities, and process systems.
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA regulatory requirements, and validation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and electrical schematics.
• Experience using CMMS systems (Maximo, BMRAM, or similar).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in electrical, automation, or related field (or equivalent technical training/experience).
• Experience with process control systems (DeltaV, SCADA, distributed I/O).
• Familiarity with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and process improvement tools.
• HVAC controls experience strongly desired.
• Prior experience in a regulated life science, pharmaceutical, or biotech environment.

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com. Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.