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Job Title: QA Validation Specialist (Contract)

Duration: 10 months

Location: Irvine, CA (onsite)

Rate: $38–40/hr.

This position involves hands-on ownership of equipment, facility, and laboratory validations. Ideal for experienced validation professionals who excel in regulated environments and enjoy driving projects from protocol development through audit-ready execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in assuring facility, manufacturing, packaging, and Laboratory equipment are qualified to the required cGMP standards.
• Authors/approves and executes qualification protocols and reports.
• Schedules, plans, manages performance qualifications, calibration and maintenance of equipment and utility systems and laboratory Instruments in coordination with operations, Quality Control and maintenance.
• Assists sourcing and procurement of facility equipment and Laboratory Instruments through completion of following tasks
• Qualification of Vendors Selected.
• Input to the development of the URS/FRS/DDS.
• Assists with the routine calibration and maintenance of the Validation Master Plan for the site.
• May present qualification studies to Regulatory and Client Auditors as required.
• Assists with the design, maintenance, and continual improvement of the qualification system in line with cGMP standards.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance on qualification policies and procedures and the implementation of those within the Production and Quality functional areas.
• Occasionally supervises specialized contract personnel and outside vendors in the performance of contract services.
• Summarizes studies and authors qualification reports in compliance with the cGMP standards and in a timely manner.
• Develops and executes matrix type validations where applicable for processes and equipment with adequate supporting rationales.
• Initiates and investigates exception reports and non-conformances, associated with the qualification studies. Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues.
• Other responsibilities and special projects will be assigned based on business and customer needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences
• 5+ year’s of experience in a highly regulated pharmaceuticals industry or related field
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP and regulatory standards for validation.
• Experience in writing and reviewing SOPs, GMPs, governmental regulations and/or protocols for accuracy, traceability and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience with qualification of commercial processing a packaging equipment.
• Proven track record of managing projects from start to finish on time and on budget.

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Battery Pack CAE Model Build Engineer (Safety, Durability & NVH)

Irvine, CA

Onsite

C2C

Must Have Skills: Battery Pack CAE Model Design& develop, ANSA, Meshing,

Preferred: LS-Dyna, Optistruct, Nastran, Abaqus

Role Objective:

Deploy one (1) engineer to provide full vehicle CAE model build and ongoing support for battery pack CAE models across Structural Safety, Durability, and NVH domains. The engineer will build, update, debug, and deliver analysis-ready battery pack models integrated to the vehicle BIW, in accordance with Purchaser-provided standards for numbering, mesh criteria, and joining methodology.

Key Responsibilities / Scope of Services

Develop and maintain battery pack CAE models for each major build release including:

Durability models in Abaqus or OptiStruct template (per Purchaser requirement).

LS-DYNA durability sub-models for the battery system (e.g., Ground Strike, Top Strike).

NVH structural battery models in OptiStruct, including full pack content and BIW integration.

Structural Safety LS-DYNA crash models (homogenized sub-assemblies and/or higher fidelity per program phase).

Build full battery model content as required (structure, plastics, HV network, adhesives, potting) and connect to BIW using subsystem include files and master connection files (including BIW-to-subsystem connection files).

Ensure subsystems are massed per BOM; represent non-modeled content using NSM cards / mass elements and manage trimmed mass and CoG targets as required.

Implement joining representations per Purchaser standards (weld/bond/bolt); represent major bolted joints with solid bolt models and preload where required.

Deliver 0 ms LS-DYNA model debugged to pass error-free model checks; include required instrumentation (force X-sections on major load paths, accelerometers at specified locations).

Support high-fidelity explicit pack models as requested (e.g., cells, cooling plates/features, busbars, vents) and provide de-contented variants when required.

Delivery & Reporting Requirements

Deliver models in compliance with the Purchaser Model Checklist and provide a Seller delivery checklist confirming model run-readiness and documenting any deviations.

Report with each full vehicle CAE model delivery: global energy, mass scaling, and total model mass (as applicable to the domain).

Maintain consistent mesh quality and alignment across domains where required.

Minimum Qualifications (Deployed Engineer)

Demonstrated experience building vehicle CAE models, with battery pack focus preferred.

Proficiency in LS-DYNA, OptiStruct, and Abaqus (as applicable) including model assembly, BIW integration, connections/includes, and debugging.

Strong capability in mesh quality, BOM massing/NSM, joints modeling (weld/bond/bolt), and checklist-driven delivery discipline.

Job Title: QA Engineer

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced QA Engineer to support validation and quality assurance activities for consumer desktop platforms. This role is responsible for testing, issue analysis, and ensuring release readiness across internal and OEM configurations. The ideal candidate will have strong Windows BSP testing experience, hands-on debugging expertise, and prior exposure to OEM system validation.

The position requires close collaboration with BSP, OEM QA, and automation teams to ensure CI/CD quality compliance and timely issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Device Setup & Configuration

• Flash builds onto Yukon boards and OEM devices.
• Configure UEFI, OS images, and KDNET settings for debugging.
• Enable crash dump collection and install SoC, GPU, and platform drivers.

Testing & Validation

• Develop, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases.
• Perform functional, stress, power, and performance testing on internal and OEM devices.
• Conduct exploratory testing to identify corner-case scenarios (expertise in one or more subsystems preferred).
• Validate power states, hibernate cycles, and Modern Standby functionality.
• Support certification readiness activities including USB4 and DP tunneling validation.

Debugging & Issue Management

• Triage internal and OEM defects; track reproducibility and resolution status.
• Collect logs, crash dumps, and perform root cause analysis.
• Utilize debugging tools such as WinDbg and KDNET.
• Perform memory debugging and analyze system-level issues.

CI/CD & Reporting

• Ensure quality and compliance of BSP builds within CI/CD pipelines.
• Upload and document test results accurately.
• Prepare detailed test execution reports and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Support build readiness and release validation processes.

Collaboration

• Work closely with BSP, OEM QA, and automation teams.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for validation and issue resolution.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Windows-based QA and BSP validation.
• Strong hands-on experience with Windows BSP testing and platform setup.
• Experience with UEFI flashing, KDNET debugging, and crash dump analysis.
• Proficiency in bug triage, log analysis, and defect reporting tools.
• Solid understanding of power management states, hibernate cycles, and Modern Standby.
• Experience with OEM device validation and system-level testing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for BSP builds and QA automation.
• Experience with Intel and AMD platforms.
• Knowledge of USB4, DP tunneling, and certification readiness tasks.
• CUDA knowledge is preferred.

Job Title: Embedded Systems / Firmware Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Embedded Systems/Firmware Engineer to join our team . The ideal candidate will have strong experience in embedded C development, bare-metal programming, and hardware bring-up. This role requires close collaboration with hardware and ASIC design teams to support the development and validation of next-generation networking platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware using C for networking hardware platforms
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up and validate new board designs
• Work closely with ASIC teams to support bring-up of custom network switch ASICs
• Design and implement diagnostic tests for platform validation and troubleshooting
• Analyze and debug hardware/software integration issues
• Interpret hardware schematics, component datasheets, and technical documentation
• Support system-level testing and performance optimization

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in C programming
• Strong experience in embedded systems development, particularly bare-metal environments
• Proven experience in hardware bring-up and debugging
• Solid understanding of hardware-software interaction
• Experience working with x86 processors
• Ability to read and understand schematics, datasheets, and user manuals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in networking systems or switch ASICs
• Familiarity with diagnostic and validation tools
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Job Location:

Sacramento, CA 95834.

About the Job:

Title of the Position: Automation Technician

The Automation Technician ensures reliable operation of sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing systems by installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting automation components, process instrumentation, drives, motors, control devices, clean utility systems, and aseptic production equipment. The role supports continuous and compliant operations under cGMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and cleanroom standards.

Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot sensors and transmitters for pressure, temperature, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and environmental monitoring.
• Support in performing GMP‑compliant calibrations with complete traceability and accurate documentation.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, pumps, fans, drives, control devices, and sterile manufacturing equipment.
• Perform conduit bending, cable routing, wire pulling, cable termination, tray installation, and equipment connections in accordance with plant procedures.
• Install and modify control panels, junction boxes, and instrumentation assemblies.
• Diagnose issues in circuits, protection components, sensors, actuators, drives, and automated machines.
• Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and calibration instruments.
• Support PLC, HMI, SCADA, BMS, and EMS platforms, including troubleshooting and system checks.
• Conduct loop checks, functional tests, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Maintain and troubleshoot systems for PW, WFI, Clean Steam, CIP/SIP, HVAC/HEPA controls, and aseptic filling/packaging operations.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, ladder logic, and loop drawings.
• Maintain cleanroom support systems, including differential pressure controls, HEPA filtration, and environmental monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, cleanroom classification requirements, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity principles.
• Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement CAPA actions.
• Maintain accurate CMMS entries, calibration logs, and audit‑ready documentation.

Working Condition:

• Ability to work rotating, weekend, or extended shifts.
• Exposure to high‑noise areas (PPE provided).
• Frequent work on mezzanine floors, elevated platforms, ladders, and step‑ups.
• Work inside aseptic cleanrooms and controlled environments (ISO 5/7/8) wearing full gowning.
• Exposure to hot, cold, humid, or pressurized utility systems such as PW, WFI, Clean Steam, and HVAC units.
• Occasional work in tight spaces, behind panels, or equipment enclosures.
• Regular use of PPE, including sterile gowning, gloves, and eye protection.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs and perform hands-on tasks for extended periods.

Qualifications:

Education:

• BE – Mechanical/Chemical from a reputed University

Experience: Minimum 5 to 10 years of professional experience in the field of pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Functional:

• Strong troubleshooting skills across sensors, transmitters, motors, drives, actuators, control components, automated machinery, and process systems.
• Experience with conduit bending, tray installation, cable pulling, wire routing, cable dressing, and termination.
• Proficiency in installing and modifying panels, junction boxes, and equipment assemblies.
• Skilled in using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and calibration devices.
• Ability to install, connect, and terminate control wiring and instrument cabling for field devices.
• Understanding of circuits, drives, starters, protection components, actuators, and control system diagnostics.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and loop documentation.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements, sterile manufacturing, cleanroom practices, aseptic operations, and validation processes.
• Strong documentation discipline, attention to detail, and audit readiness.
• Ability to work efficiently and safely in regulated manufacturing environments.

Behavioral:

• Result oriented
• Innovative thinking
• Time Management, Professional Work Conduct at all times
• Problem-solving ability & High level of self-motivation
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Strong written & verbal communication skills

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Must live or be willing to move to the Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx 40 miles' radius)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
• Yearly bonus eligibility
• Benefits: offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401k savings plan

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for day-to-day compliance of safety programs and related activities at the Vernon, CA facility.

Responsibilities:

• Environmental Compliance Programs:Ensure operations are compliant with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct audits and training programs as needed.
• Establish a working relationship with appropriate regulatory agency personnel.
• Generate reports and permit applications (air, water, waste), ensure compliance with applicable permit requirements.
• Review proposed manufacturing changes and assess environmental impact.
• Work to reduce waste generation and support any remediation activities under the direction of the Corporate HSE Director and Regional HSE Manager.
• Health and Safety Programs:Have oversight of Industrial Hygiene, Fire Prevention LOTO, PPE, etc. Ensure that programs are in place to assist in meeting Company objectives.
• Ensure training programs and in place to ensure compliance.
• Implement accident, near miss, and observation reporting programs to proactively manage safety performance.
• Lead root cause analysis investigation and manage documentation confirm corrective actions have been put in place ensuring complete case management of injuries (reporting, workers compensation, return to work, etc.).
• Build communications required to present incident details and corrective action plans to diffident levels of the business.
• Ensure Job Safety and Environmental Analyses/Job Hazard Analysis are being conducted as required.
• Evaluate operational practices to determine methods to eliminate workplace hazards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health & Safety or the Sciences
• Min of 3+ years of Health & Safety experience 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with OSHA, LOTO, Root Cause Analysis
• Union experience a plus
• Needs to have occasional flexibility on start time.

The San Diego office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 4-7 years of relevant experience for its expanding insurance defense litigation group. You must be licensed in California - no exceptions.

As the 'go to' litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Recruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.