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# Senior Controls and Calibration Technician at Serán BioScience

- **Company:** Serán BioScience
- **Location:** Bend, OR
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/seranbio/2c71f07d-7200-4ce7-9732-de9a8bff36ad

## Job description

Serán is seeking a Senior Controls & Calibration Technician to serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for instrumentation, control systems, and low-voltage electrical systems supporting pharmaceutical development, laboratory operations, manufacturing processes, facility utilities, and future site expansions. This position is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of process instrumentation, control panels, PLC-based systems, facility automation platforms, and low-voltage electrical systems. The role acts as the technical lead for instrumentation standards, and control panel design while ensuring compliance with GMP requirements and engineering best practices. The Senior Controls & Calibration Technician partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Validation, and external integrators to develop scalable automation solutions that improve reliability, operational efficiency, and future manufacturing capacity.

Duties & Responsibilities

Controls, Automation & Electrical Systems Leadership

- Serves as the site technical lead for instrumentation, controls, and low-voltage electrical systems
- Develops and maintains site instrumentation specifications
- Establishes and drives the long-term control maintenance strategies for manufacturing, laboratories, utilities, and facility equipment
- Reviews and approves control system instrumentation and control panel designs developed by equipment vendors, system integrators, and engineering firms
- Partners with engineering teams to ensure scalable and maintainable automation solutions are implemented across the site

Control Panel Design & Electrical Systems

- Leads the review, and modification of control panels and low-voltage electrical systems supporting manufacturing and utility operations
- Assist in the development and review of the following implementations:
- Control panel layouts
- Field instrument specifications Wiring diagrams
- Electrical schematics
- I/O schedules
- Device and panel specifications
- Supports the construction, modification, testing, and commissioning of control panels
- Performs troubleshooting and maintenance of low-voltage electrical systems up to 480VAC and associated control circuits
- Coordinates with licensed electricians, contractors, and engineering firms on electrical installations and upgrades
- Ensures compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and company engineering practices
- Provides technical oversight of field wiring, instrumentation installation, panel fabrication, and control system integration activities

Instrumentation & Calibration Program Ownership

- Owns and continuously improves the site's calibration program
- Defines calibration methodologies, standards, frequencies, and criticality-based maintenance strategies
- Serve as SME for:
- Pressure instrumentation
- Temperature instrumentation
- Flow measurement systems
- Humidity and environmental sensors
- Load cells and weighing systems
- Process analytical instrumentation
- HVAC monitoring systems
- Utility instrumentation
- Leads troubleshooting and impact assessments for out-of-tolerance calibration events
- Reviews and approves calibration procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation

PLC, HMI & Automation Systems

- Supports field troubleshooting on PLC platforms such as:
- Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation
- Siemens
- Ignition
- FactoryTalk
- Building Management Systems

Engineering & Capital Project Leadership

- Acts as Controls and Instrumentation Lead on facility expansion and capital projects
- Supports project development from concept through commissioning and startup
- Reviews and approves:
- P&IDs
- Equipment specifications
- Instrument data sheets
- Power requirements
- Automation architecture
- Functional design specifications
- Participates in FATs, SATs, commissioning, qualification, and validation activities
- Coordinates contractors, system integrators, and equipment suppliers throughout project execution
- Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives

Required Knowledge & Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to lead projects and meet key deliverables while keeping stakeholders informed
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the company
- Demonstrated experience with specialty Instrumentation and metrology
- Proven ability to navigate the following systems: Control panel design, Low-voltage electrical distribution systems, Electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming and diagnostics, SCADA and HMI architecture, Industrial networking, and HVAC controls
- Design and implementation of the following applications: Process automation strategy, Equipment commissioning and startup, Reliability-centered maintenance, pharmaceutical utility systems, GMP manufacturing systems
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
- Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s or technical degree in engineering, automation, or applicable mechanical discipline preferred
- Requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience within a federally regulated industry

Preference given to candidates with the following:

- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)
- UL 508 Technician Certification
- Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
- Electrical License or Limited Maintenance Electrician experience preferred
- Experience designing control panels and industrial automation systems
- Experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities and GMP environments
- Experience with capital project execution and commissioning
- Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, ISA standards, and GMP requirements

Physical Requirements

- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- Adheres to consistent and predicable in-person attendance

Visit https://www.seranbio.com/careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits Summary: Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

## About Serán BioScience

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Serán BioScience is a science-driven drug development partner providing integrated formulation, particle engineering, and clinical manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Bend, Oregon, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Dr. Smithey (President, CEO, and Co-founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Biotechnology / Drug Development (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization – CDMO)
- **Target Customers**: B2B – Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies (from preclinical to commercial stage)
- **Mission**: To provide optimized drug development and manufacturing services for clients, from discovery to the clinic, using a science-first approach to accelerate medicines to patients.

## Products & Services
- **Preformulation Services**: Physicochemical characterization and early feasibility studies to guide formulation strategy.
- **Formulation Development**: Design of robust formulations for poorly soluble compounds using spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing, granulation, and solid dosage forms (tablets, capsules, multiparticulates).
- **Particle Engineering**: Custom-built spray dryers capable of producing nano-to-micro particles; expertise in spray-dried dispersions and engineered particles for inhalation.
- **Clinical Manufacturing**: cGMP manufacturing of clinical trial materials (suspensions, capsules, tablets) with on-site ICH stability storage.
- **Commercial Manufacturing**: A 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing campus under construction, including large-scale spray drying for late-stage clinical and commercial supply.
- **Quality Control Laboratory**: Full release, stability, and microbial testing capabilities.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not disclosed; Headcount of 146 employees (+0.6% YoY as of latest LinkedIn data)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Growth Signals**: Constructing a 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing facility; expanding team to over 200 members; adding new development facilities and quality control labs; LinkedIn follower growth of +29.1% year-over-year.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Science-First Approach**: Employs predictive design tools, novel chemistry, and advanced analytical methods from the earliest stages to de-risk development.
- **Particle Engineering Leadership**: Decades of experience with poorly soluble compounds; proprietary spray drying and particle engineering technologies (nano-structures to micro-particulates).
- **End-to-End Support**: Integrated services from preformulation through commercial manufacturing, reducing handoffs and timelines.
- **Right From the Start™ Methodology**: Parallel development of drug product intermediates and final dosage forms to accelerate programs.

## Strategic Focus
- **Commercial Scale-Up**: Investing in a dedicated commercial manufacturing campus to support clients’ late-stage and marketed products.
- **Technology Expansion**: Continuously expanding technical capabilities (spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing) and facility footprint.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Growing the team of scientists, engineers, and support staff to serve an increasing pipeline of complex drug molecules.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, respectful, and fun environment where every role contributes to delivering novel therapies. Emphasis on mentoring and continuous learning.
- **Work-Life Balance**: Central Oregon lifestyle with outdoor recreation access; standard business hours (with alternative shifts in manufacturing/QC/QA).
- **On-Site Requirement**: All employees are expected to work on the Bend campus; remote flexibility considered on a case-by-case basis.
- **Benefits**: Paid time off, employer retirement contributions (no match or vesting required after 90 days), fully funded medical/dental/vision for employee and household, basic life and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program.
- **Ideal Applicant**: Scientific background with GLP/GMP knowledge; inquisitive problem-solver who follows SOPs and collaborates toward common goals.

## Sources
1. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/about)
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/seran-bioscience)
3. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/careers)
4. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/?portfolioCats=34%2C23%2C29%2C35%2C22%2C24%2C30%2C25%2C28%2C31)
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/seranbio)

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