Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer | Senior DeltaV Engineer

Job Summary

This person will lead the design, implementation, and project management of large-scale capital automation projects within the Life Sciences industry. This role requires proficiency with Emerson DeltaV systems and a strong technical background in designing and delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complete project life cycles, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and within-budget project execution.
• Lead system architecture development and control strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures to optimize production efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Develop DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA-101 HMI guidelines.
• Utilize a class-based approach in overall design to maximize scalability and standardization across projects.
• Design, plan, and specify DeltaV system licensing based on user requirements and project scope to ensure cost-effective and scalable solutions.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to commissioning and validation.
• Ensure project deliveries and execution methodology compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and industry best practices.
• Develop acceptance protocols and manage the execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Career Development
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success.
• Implement advanced automation strategies, including ISA-88 batch processing, historian integration, and alarm management.
• Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and drive continuous improvements in system performance.
• Travel up to 25% for on-site support, commissioning, and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-15 years in automation and control system engineering, with a strong focus on Life Sciences projects.
• 8-15 years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, focusing on system design and project execution.
• Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate, including experience designing high-performance HMIs and operator interfaces.
• Expertise in ISA-101 HMI design principles and high-performance graphic design strategies.
• Strong experience in class-based configuration and design.
• Expertise in ISA-88 batch processing, historian solutions, and advanced control strategies.
• Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects in the Life Sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of automation protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, IO-Link).
• Deep understanding of industrial networking for communication between controllers, servers, and HMIs.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory compliance for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience integrating electrical and process control systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience specifying and designing electrical components, including MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Knowledge of server infrastructure and virtualization technologies for robust DeltaV system deployment.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing batch control systems within regulated Life Sciences environments.
• Experience in OEM system integration using OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols.
• Ability to plan, specify, and manage DeltaV system licensing to optimize project implementation.
• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens PCS7, or other DCS/SCADA systems is a plus.