(Job RF -1119) DeltaV Engineer

Ash & Harris Executive Search is looking for a DeltaV Automation Engineer

Overview:
Join an employee-owned engineering leader as a DeltaV Engineer, playing a critical role in designing and implementing advanced automation solutions for the Life Sciences industry. You will deliver high-quality, regulatory-compliant systems for biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing clients nationwide. This position is based in Kalamazoo, MI, and offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects within a culture that values innovation and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, configure, and implement Emerson DeltaV control systems.
• Program and design DeltaV batch processes in accordance with ISA-88 standards.
• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements and develop customized automation solutions.
• Engineer system architecture, instrument specifications, and control strategies.
• Configure DeltaV controllers, HMI, and historian solutions, ensuring compliance with GAMP 5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Conduct and support Factory (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Provide on-site startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support.
• Ensure compliance with system development life cycle and validation documentation requirements.
• Work with cross-functional teams (electrical, process, validation engineers, project managers) to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Experiences

• 3 to 7 years of automation and control system engineering experience.
• Proven, hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems is essential.
• Proficiency in DeltaV Batch configuration and ISA-88 standards.
• Experience with industrial automation protocols (e.g., HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP).
• Working experience in the Life Sciences industry (biotech, pharma, medical devices) is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation processes.
• Experience with system commissioning, FAT, and SAT.

Other

• Willingness to travel up to 25% for on-site client support.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must provide professional references from a peer and a manager.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience will be offered.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Investment in continuing education.
• Participation in a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company.

Schedule:

Full-time

• Permanent, full-time position.

Work arrangement:

• On-site (Kalamazoo, MI office). Role includes travel to client sites up to 25% of the time.