Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• We have a Senior DeltaV Engineer opportunity in our Raleigh, NC office.
• 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:

• All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position, with reasonable accommodation, if necessary.
• 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
• Develop electrical designs, including power distribution, panel layouts, and grounding strategies for automation systems
• Specify and procure instrumentation and hardware components
• Design and implement industrial networking solutions, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
• Integrate 3rd party equipment with DeltaV systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus
• Define computing infrastructure requirements, including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, and redundancy planning
• 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
• 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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional lifting, climbing, and working in production facilities during commissioning activities
• Work may include working weekends, holidays, nightshift, and extended hours to meet deadlines and client requirements.

Must have:

• Stable work history
• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 815 years of automation and control system engineering experience, specifically in the Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical industry
• Extensive hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems (design, implementation, configuration)
• Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate
• Strong knowledge of ISA-101 HMI design and high-performance graphics
• Proven experience with ISA-88 batch processing
• Experience in designing class-based configurations for scalable solutions
• Deep understanding of GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
• Ability to lead full project lifecycles design through commissioning and validation
• Expertise in integrating automation protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, OPC UA)
• Strong understanding of industrial networking and server infrastructure (virtualization, redundancy, cybersecurity)
• Experience conducting and leading FAT/SAT activities
• Strong electrical design knowledge, including MCCs, VFDs, power distribution, panel layouts
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and work extended hours or weekends if needed

Nice to have:

• Experience with other automation systems such as Rockwell, Siemens PCS7, or Ignition
• Exposure to historian solutions and advanced data analytics
• Familiarity with IO-Link and modern sensor communications
• Working knowledge of alarm management strategies
• Certifications in DeltaV, project management, or relevant automation standards