Building Automation Systems Engineer

Company: Syner-G BioPharma Group
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 6, 2026

Job Description:

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: A career here is life-enhancing. At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. It is meaningful, varied and thought-provoking work with a strategic emphasis, a solutions-driven approach and significant, real-world outcomes, from science to delivery/success. Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. In return, they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner. Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation. At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact. For more information, visit www.Synergbiopharma.com POSITION OVERVIEW : Syner-G BioPharma Group is seeking a Building Automation Systems (BAS) Engineer with a strong background in BAS implementation, management, and system integration to support facility management in a dynamic biotech environment. The ideal candidate will have 8 years of experience, including hands-on work with building automation/management systems, such as Siemens, Johnson Controls and cross-functional project leadership. WORK LOCATION: Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.) Maintenance of existing building automation systems. Manage and execute small capital projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Provide technical leadership during installation, commissioning, startup, and system upgrades. Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and Facility teams. Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, as applicable. Support continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshoot automation-related issues. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Education : BS/MS in Engineering or a related technical field. Experience : Minimum 8 years of experience in automation engineering, with a focus on biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Proven experience managing capital projects and leading cross-functional project teams. Strong background in system integration, including third-party equipment and control systems. Experience with Siemens, Johnson Controls, Albireo, or similar platforms is highly preferred. Demonstrated success in automation lifecycle documentation, including SDLC and CSV. Technical Skills : Proficient in control system programming, instrumentation, and process control strategies. Strong understanding of P&IDs, analog/discrete control methods, and automation architecture. Skilled in writing and reviewing functional requirement specifications and test protocols. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. On-site and on-call support is required TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM : We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This includes a market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan, robust benefit offerings, and ongoing recognition and career development opportunities. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.” However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; San Diego, CA; Boulder, CO; and India. The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $135,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. LEGAL STATEMENT: Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.

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