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The Engineer works closely with internal partners and external vendors, sets technical performance levels, and builds a strong stakeholder network to continuously improve site automation strategies.\n\nTasks & Responsibilities\n\nExecute PCS projects and activities to support Berkeley Supply Center goals for Engineering TSOs, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Sciences, Process Engineering, Central Utilities, and other support groups;\n\nRespond to PCS issues in support of plant operations, including on-demand troubleshooting and break‑fix support;\n\nPerform PCS problem report investigations, troubleshooting, and break‑fix modifications, including actions from discrepancies and CAPAs as system owner;\n\nDevelop formal scopes of work for PCS programming activities in collaboration with Operations and Plant Engineering, and coordinate implementation including change management, software development, commissioning, and validation testing;\n\nDevelop standard control functions (continuous, sequential, batch) and associated commissioning/validation test protocols for reusable implementation on PCS systems;\n\nPerform technical system owner (TSO) functions for assigned PCS systems, including user access management and periodic reviews to ensure compliance and data integrity;\n\nProvide PCS system and application training to Operations and Plant Engineering personnel on DCS, SCADA, REES, and PLC‑based systems, and support integration of PCS with other site systems as needed.\n\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university;\n\nExperience in industrial automation, including implementation, troubleshooting, and system support, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;\n\nExpertise in designing, commissioning, and supporting PCS systems, preferably in a cGMP or other regulated manufacturing environment;\n\nDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex equipment and automation systems and drive issues to sustainable resolution;\n\nStrong project management skills, including planning, prioritization, and coordination of multiple stakeholders;\n\nKnowledge of change control principles and practices in a regulated environment;\n\nStrong technical and business communication skills and effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across functions such as Quality Assurance, MSAT, and Maintenance.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nBS with 6+ years, MS with 0–4+ years, or PhD with 0–2 years of relevant experience in industrial automation or process control (years of experience as noted are preferred benchmarks);\n\nMinimum 6 years of experience in industrial automation, including implementation, troubleshooting, and system support, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;\n\nExperience implementing and maintaining PCS systems specifically in a cGMP biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment;\n\nProven capability for interdisciplinary work and coordination with diverse technical and operational teams.\n\nCompensation and Benefits\nEmployees can expect to be paid a salary between $93,840.00 to $140,760.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.\n\nApplication Deadline\nThis posting will be available for application until at least 6/6/26.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement\nBayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.\n\nBayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: Notice for U.S. Visitors: All information on this site is subject to compliance with local rule and regulations as they may vary from time to time and across different geographies, including, without limitation, U.S. Executive Orders.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Bayer Ag","rawCompany":"bayer ag","city":"Berkeley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-17T03:44:14.505Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2112.00","title":"Industrial Engineers","slug":"industrial-engineers"},{"code":"51-8099.00","title":"Plant and System Operators, All Other","slug":"plant-and-system-operators-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Sr Plant PCS Engineer - Berkeley, CA","description":"Senior Plant Process Control Systems (PCS) Engineer – responsible for planning, execution, coordination, and monitoring of activities to support Process Control Systems across the Berkeley site. 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