Engineering Journal Jobs in Cotati California

Manufacturing Validation Engineer

Petaluma, CA

Onsite | Contract-to-Hire | $60–$75 per hour

Kelly Engineering is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Validation Engineer to support equipment and process validations for a growing life sciences manufacturing organization in the North Bay. This role will play a key part in helping the manufacturing team complete critical validations as the company prepares for commercialization and production scale-up.

This position is ideal for engineers who have strong hands-on validation experience in regulated environments and can independently write and execute validation protocols, address deviations, and support the qualification of manufacturing and laboratory systems.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity based on performance and business needs.

Schedule: Monday through Friday onsite. Some overtime or occasional weekend work may be required based on business needs in a fast-moving startup environment.

What You Will Do

• Execute equipment and process validations including IQ, OQ, and PQ

• Author validation protocols, reports, work instructions, and supporting documentation

• Support equipment commissioning, qualification, and troubleshooting activities

• Investigate and document validation deviations, ensuring clear and compliant technical documentation

• Establish process controls and documentation for validated equipment and systems

• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to support production readiness and scale-up activities

• Perform risk assessments including FMEA and validation impact assessments

• Support change control, deviation investigations, and CAPA activities within a regulated quality system

• Validate laboratory and manufacturing equipment such as incubators, refrigeration systems, and other controlled equipment

• Support validation activities for facility and utility systems including water systems, piping, and related infrastructure as needed

• Participate in engineering studies or DOE activities to support process understanding and operational tolerances

• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, quality systems, and operational efficiency

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred

• 5–7+ years of experience in regulated manufacturing environments such as pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or combination product manufacturing

• Strong hands-on experience executing IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols

• Demonstrated experience writing validation documentation, technical reports, deviations, and work instructions

• Knowledge of FDA-regulated manufacturing environments and quality systems (such as 21 CFR Part 820, 211, or similar GMP frameworks)

• Experience supporting equipment qualification, facility systems, or process validation efforts

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and manufacturing processes during validation activities

• Strong written documentation skills and attention to regulatory compliance

• Ability to work cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams

This role requires a proactive engineer who can work independently, communicate clearly, and adapt within a collaborative startup team environment where priorities evolve as the organization scales manufacturing operations.

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician III role involves a blend of responsibilities across manufacturing engineering, engineering development, new product introduction (NPI), and tooling design. The successful candidate will be hands-on in the early stages of building new engineering product prototypes, as well as Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) builds. This individual support Design for Excellence (DFX), and design and implement tooling and fixtures with the aid of drafting resources. They will ensure that learnings from early product builds are integrated into a production-ready package. This role supports the key step in transitioning new product introductions into mature full-rate production stages. Additionally, the candidate must possess excellent collaboration skills to ensure continuous feedback with various engineering teams and production staff.

Position Responsibilities

• Hands-on building and assembly of early units of new products with engineering support.
• Conduct mechanical, electrical, and composite fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of integrated systems.
• Ensure a smooth transition from product development to manufacturing, focusing on quality, reliability and cost
• Work effectively with engineering teams and production staff to provide and receive continuous, regular feedback.
• Provide rapid prototyping fabrication and assembly services to build prototype product hardware.
• Design, develop, and implement tooling, including assembly fixtures, fabrication fixtures, and molds.
• Support DFX, cost, and reliability analysis initiatives in collaboration with design engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, including creating and updating work instructions, assembly procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Lead efforts in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodology to achieve continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and lead times.
• Incorporate lessons learned from NPI and early product builds into efficient production processes.
• Implement ergonomic design considerations to ensure safe, effective, and productive tool usage.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools in a safe, clean, and organized environment for development and production activities.
• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including build linearity and transition rates from NPI to full production.
• Work on problems of diverse scope requiring analysis of identifiable factors.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school
• 4-6 years of experience in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Test Engineering, with experience in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodology.
• Proficiency with electro-mechanical manufacturing and procedures
• Exposure to engineering drawings and Bill of Materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Occasional travel required (up to 10%).

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication, plastics, composite layups, PCB assembly, mechanical assembly, calibration, and testing processes.
• Strong problem-solving ability, root cause analysis skills, and ability to work independently.
• High levels of initiative, ownership, and responsibility for work products.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Effective time management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration-oriented mindset.

Compensation:

$50-70/hourly

Code Red is Partnered with a fast-growing startup. They are a software company in the healthtech space. Series D round of funding, located in San Francisco, New York City, + Seattle.

What you'll do:

• Product Security Engineering and Software Security Engineering work, Bug Bounty, Vulnerability Management, and core ProdSec/AppSec management work.
• Will be taking over a small security team and growing it.
• Work with Product and Engineering teams to push out products.
• Collaborate with engineering, mitigate security risks, and support shipping quickly.
• Support threat modeling, shifting left, building tooling, and automating processes.
• Review code designs and pull requests, SSDLC, not a generalist/SecOps role.

Does this sound like you?

• 8+ years' exp. working on Application or Product Security Engineering teams.
• True Leadership experience, a small team is fine, but needs to have true management experience, able to influence and build a team + Engineering.
• Proven track record of starting and scaling a successful Product Security program.
• Excited about integrating security into product delivery without slowing things down.
• Passion for security and technology, bonus points for SWE background.

[leveling Engineering Manager or Sr. Engineering Manager, up to $350K base salary + equity]

*Direct-Hire/Permanent - must be located in San Francisco, New York City, or Seattle*

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Automation CSV Engineer (Biotech/Pharma)

Location – California Bay Area

Please note: We are only considering W2 candidates at this time. Applications from third-party vendors or C2C arrangements will not be considered.

ADVENT Engineering is an engineering and consulting firm providing expertise to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Headquartered near San Francisco, California, and with operations in the Eastern and Western US, Canada and Singapore, our company is involved in almost every facet of global pharmaceutical and biotechnology facility design and process engineering and quality system projects.

ADVENT's services include process engineering, automation engineering, project engineering, facility/system design, start up and commissioning, validation and compliance consulting for distinguished and successful biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.

The successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, automation, commissioning and start-up of various processes, systems and facilities. A combination of strong technical aptitude, automation engineering skills and technical writing are the desired skill set.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team!

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Automation CSV Engineer to support a complex automation system migration project at a large, regulated biotechnology/pharmaceutical manufacturing site in the California Bay area. The ideal candidate will bring deep, hands-on expertise in PCS and MES system migration, validation, and implementation, with a strong preference for experience in Rockwell and PharmaSuite environments.

This role requires a senior-level engineer capable of independently executing and leading CSV and automation activities while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute CSV and automation activities for PCS/MES system migration projects
• Support implementation, migration, commissioning, and validation of:
• PCS systems (Rockwell, Honeywell)
• MES systems (PharmaSuite, POMSnet)
• SCADA and PLC platforms
• Author, review, approve, and execute CSV lifecycle documentation, including:
• Validation Plans
• Risk Assessments
• Test Protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Traceability Matrices
• Validation Summary Reports
• Ensure compliance with SDLC, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, Data Integrity, and GAMP 5
• Manage and document software changes throughout the SDLC per site procedures
• Support programming, configuration, commissioning, and validation of Rockwell and PharmaSuite platforms
• Collaborate with automation, IT, QA, and manufacturing teams
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and deviation investigations as needed
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in CSV and Automation within a regulated biotech/pharma environment
• Hands-on experience with implementation, migration, and validation of:
• PCS (Rockwell and/or Honeywell)
• MES (PharmaSuite, POMSnet)
• SCADA/PLC systems
• Strong, hands-on expertise with Rockwell and PharmaSuite (required)
• In-depth knowledge of:
• SDLC
• 21 CFR Part 11 / Annex 11
• Data Integrity
• Computerized System Validation (CSV)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with S88 Batch Standard
• Experience with Rockwell software object development
• MES recipe authoring and testing experience
• Experience with Kneat

Additional Information

• This position requires 100% onsite support in California
• Long-term project opportunity in a regulated manufacturing environment

Job Role: Motion Planning Autonomy Test Specialist

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Bay Area, CA

Role Overview

We are looking for a Motion Planning Autonomy Test Specialist with strong ADAS and autonomous driving experience to support vehicle-level testing and validation of motion planning features. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with autonomy systems, simulation environments, and vehicle testing, along with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics and ADAS functionalities.

Responsibilities

● You will develop and maintain vehicle test plans, supporting on and off site ensuring comprehensive coverage of new site enablement features.

● You will manage test scheduling and coordination, working with vehicle operations to maximize testing efficiency.

● You will perform first-pass triage of simulation and vehicle test results, identifying issues and categorizing them for engineering review and solution development.

● You will document test findings and identify opportunities to streamline processes and create reports that help autonomy engineers quickly understand test outcomes.

Qualifications

● Ability and willingness to travel for test support

● Familiarity with scripting languages (Python preferred) for automation and data analysis

● Strong organizational skills with experience managing schedules or coordinating technical workflows

● Experience with simulation environments or game engines

● Exposure to robotics, automotive, or autonomous systems

● Familiarity with version control (Git) and issue tracking systems (JIRA or similar)

● Experience with test engineering, QA, or validation processes

● Understanding of basic vehicle dynamics or motion planning concepts

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Mechanical Engineer

We are an award-winning and innovative multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm, has several openings for HVAC Engineers in our San Francisco CA. We work closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment.

About the Job

Our Engineers work on high quality, high-profile, national and international projects. You will actively participate in the full project cycle, from the design phase through the final construction close-out. We offer excellent growth opportunities:

Many of our senior leaders started out as young engineers in our firm.

Responsibilities include

Design of air distribution systems

Design of hydronic systems

Specification writing

Scheduling and selecting major equipment

Automatic temperature controls system design and specification

Cooling/heating load calculations

Construction administration

Assist with Project Management

Attend client meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/HVAC Engineering
• 1-4 years experience designing mechanical systems for the built environment.
• Project experience submitted for consideration should include buildings on which you have actively participated in the project from the design phase through the final construction close-out.
• Experience of the design of HVAC systems and automatic temperature controls for a broad range of commercial systems.
• Strong working knowledge of building and energy codes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to clients.
• Special consideration will be given to those candidates who have successfully demonstrated innovative design experience specifically related to renewable energies and sustainable, high performing buildings.
• Revit experience is Highly preferred
• LEED AP is preferred

Full Benefits, 401K plan, Competitive salary, Vacation Package,

Project Engineer

Location: Projects in Concord, Hayward & Chico, CA

Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 DOE

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support both ground-up & rehab and multi-family residential & commercial projects across the Bay Area and Butte County regions. This role offers the opportunity to work with an established general contractor focused on delivering high-quality, community-driven developments including affordable housing and hotel facilities.

The Project Engineer will play a key role in coordinating project documentation, supporting field and office teams, and ensuring projects progress smoothly from preconstruction through closeout. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to professional growth within the construction industry.

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience supporting construction projects for a general contractor
• Proven experience working on multi-family residential or similar vertical construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction documents, specifications, and submittal processes
• Proficiency with project management software platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to effectively coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and track RFI, ASI, and change order workflows
• Commitment to maintaining project schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Haves

• Experience working on affordable housing developments or hotel construction projects
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
• Exposure to preconstruction activities, estimating, or value-engineering processes
• Understanding of California building codes and local permitting requirements
• Experience in the Sacramento or other Northern California construction markets
• Ability to assist with BIM coordination or technology-driven project workflows
• OSHA 30 certification or similar safety training

Responsibilities

• Support the project team in planning, coordinating, and executing multi-family residential and hospitality construction projects
• Review, process, and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and related project documentation
• Assist with project scheduling, ensuring tasks and milestones remain on track
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to maintain project continuity
• Prepare meeting minutes, logs, reports, and other project documentation as required
• Assist with site walks, quality control checks, and verification of completed work
• Support procurement processes, including materials tracking and subcontractor onboarding
• Help monitor project budgets and cost events in collaboration with project management
• Ensure all work aligns with safety standards, project specifications, and quality expectations
• Contribute to problem-solving efforts, proactively identifying and resolving project issues
• Facilitate communication between field and office teams to ensure seamless project execution

The Company

A rapidly growing data consultancy founded in 2023 by a former venture-backed biotech VC data/technology leadership team in San Francisco. The firm has already delivered 20+ engagements across tech, healthcare/biotech, finance, energy, real estate, and startups - building complex data platforms, products, and AI-driven systems.

The Role

A hands-on, senior individual contributor role for engineers who still love coding. You'll work in small teams (often 1–3 engineers) to design and build production-grade data platforms, pipelines, and products across industries.

What You'll Work On

• High-impact, fixed-scope builds (e.g., enterprise data marts, complex migrations)
• End-to-end data platform deployments (ETL, warehouses, BI across AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Partnering with startups to build data-intensive products from 0 → 1

What We're Looking For

Hands-on builder

• Actively writing production code today
• Not removed into management or purely architectural roles

Infrastructure ownership

• Personally deployed and operated production systems
• Cloud, CI/CD, scaling, monitoring, reliability

End-to-end ownership

• Taken products from idea → launch → ongoing operation
• Comfortable operating autonomously with stakeholders

True seniority (well beyond 5 years)

• Targeting engineers with meaningful depth and ownership
• Strong preference for backgrounds in smaller, high-ownership environments
• Experience wearing multiple hats (application + infrastructure + deployment)

Why Join

• High autonomy and real technical ownership
• Variety of industries and problems
• Small, elite engineering team
• Opportunity to shape a fast-scaling consultancy

Location: San Francisco (5 days a week on-site)

Salary: $190k-$250k + 10-20% bonus + equity + sign on bonus

Benefits: Full Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Unlimited Time off, 401k matched.

About the Company

An early-stage AI research lab focused on interpretability, alignment, and reinforcement learning is hiring a Research Engineer. Founded by former frontier-model researchers, the team works directly on model internals and training dynamics to better understand how AI systems reason. The lab runs fast experimental research cycles, building custom tools to explore open-ended questions about model behavior.

About the Role

This role focuses on building the experimental tooling that enables interpretability research. You will develop systems that allow researchers to inspect, measure, and manipulate internal model representations. This is not a production ML or MLOps role — it's for engineers who enjoy building new experimental systems from scratch and working closely with researchers.

Responsibilities

• Build custom RL-style environments and experimental testbeds for interpretability research
• Develop tools for activation tracing and mechanistic interpretability
• Implement probes to detect latent concepts (e.g., deception, goals, uncertainty)
• Prototype activation-level steering methods beyond prompting or fine-tuning
• Collaborate with researchers to rapidly iterate on experiments and tooling

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Python
• Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX
• Experience working with deep learning models or LLMs
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and ability to build experimental ML systems

Preferred Skills

• Experience in mechanistic interpretability or alignment research
• Familiarity with reinforcement learning environments
• Background working with model internals, representations, or probing methods
• Research experience (PhD preferred but not required)

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary, equity, and benefits.