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Danaher

Automation Engineer (DCS)

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Automation Engineer (DCS) role will support Cytiva's new plant for manufacturing of chromatography resins located in Muskegon, MI. This exciting role will lead start-up and establishment of ...

Danaher

Automation Engineer (DCS)

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Automation Engineer (DCS) role will support Cytiva's new plant for manufacturing of chromatography resins located in Muskegon, MI. This exciting role will lead start-up and establishment of ...

R.E. Mason

Automation Engineer - DCS

Elkton, VA · On-site

$50K - $200K/yr

The Automation Engineer will work in the development, delivery, and commissioning of ... Implement control strategies within the DeltaV DCS that are used to interface with and control ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract dcs automation engineer in the United States is $107,126.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Dcs Automation Engineer vs Control Systems Engineer?

AspectContract Dcs Automation EngineerControl Systems Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering, certifications in DCS systems (e.g., Honeywell, Siemens), and relevant experienceRequires a degree in engineering or related field, with certifications in control systems and automation
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often contract roles in industrial plants, oil & gas, or manufacturing facilitiesFull-time or consulting roles in industrial, manufacturing, or process industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies implementing or maintaining DCS systems in process industriesUsed across various industries for designing, developing, and maintaining control systems

The main difference is that a Contract Dcs Automation Engineer typically works on specific projects with a focus on DCS systems, often on a contractual basis, while a Control Systems Engineer may have a broader role in designing and managing various control systems, often in a permanent position.

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Infographic showing various Contract Dcs Automation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,126 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Automation Engineer (DCS/DeltaV) - Bioprocess Manufacturing Support - (JP15648)

3 Key Consulting

Thousand Oaks, CA

$40 - $46/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and support process control applications via DCS, HMI, SCADA, and PLC systems.

  • Collaborate with scientific and operational staff to translate process requirements into automation and engineering design.

  • Participate in technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues.

Job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer (DCS/DeltaV) - Bioprocess Manufacturing Support - (JP15648)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Employment Type: Contract
Business Unit: Advanced Technology & Automation
Duration: 1+ year (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent)
Posting Date: 07/30/2026
Pay Rate: $40 - $46/hour W2 with benefits
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.  Monday - Friday - 8am - 5:00pm. Must be willing to be on call - After hours support once every 6 weeks (Manufacturing calls that come in, resolve any issues that come up) - 1 call per week (call is 2 hours)
3 Key Consulting is hiring an Senior DeltaV/DCS Automation Engineer – Bioprocess Manufacturing Support for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
Our client is seeking an External Automation Engineer based in Thousand Oaks, California to augment their MCS F&E Automation team. This role will support ongoing biological processes by updating, maintaining, and improving DeltaV automation systems, and providing critical site support. The successful candidate must exhibit sound analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, exemplary communication and collaboration, and operational excellence. A proven ability to work in cross-functional teams is critical for this role.
Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team
Top Must Have Skills:
  • Strong control system automation background in design, installation, programming, and validation of automated processes.
  • Ability to read and follow electrical and P&ID drawings.
  • Must be independent, self-motivated, organized, and able to multi-task.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
  • Develop and support process control applications via Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
  • Collaborate with scientific and operational staff to help translate process requirements into automation and engineering design.
  • Participate in technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on process control issues related to instrumentation and control systems.
  • Design and test of automated process equipment. Support new product and technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes, and supporting engineering runs.
  • Support capital projects by applying advanced automation engineering principles in the design, specification, configuration, startup, and commissioning of process equipment and systems for capital projects of significant scope and complexity. Demonstrated understanding of project life cycles is preferred. Candidate should be familiar with engineering processes from initial conceptualization through project turnover to operations.
  • Development of detailed specification, engineering documents, SOPs, and operating standards.

Basic Qualifications:
Master degree OR Bachelor degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • *Education: B.S or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Biotech, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field that reviews automation or engineering control.
  • Working knowledge on networking and virtual server architecture
  • Strong control system automation background in design, installation, programming, and validation of automated processes.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing IT networks and network communication (TCP/IP, Profibus, Ethernet, wireless, fieldbus, WAGO IO, etc.)
  • Ability to read and follow electrical and P&ID drawings.
  • Direct experience with bioprocess unit operations such as bioreactors, chromatography, filtration, et cetera.
  • Strong communication/presentation skills especially with engineering documentation.
  • *Must have knowledge level to independently coordinate with vendors to renew service
  • *Must be independent, self-motivated, organized, and able to multi-task.
  • *Engineering experience- from college grad to 2 years
  • *Must be willing to be on call

Red Flags:
  • Inability to discuss skills listed on their resume during the job interview
  • Multiple short contracts

Interview process:
  • Virtual interview with manager
  • Vqirtual interview with team members next

We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com.  If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.