Senior DeltaV Engineer

Position Overview

An established engineering and automation organization is seeking a Senior Delta

V Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of large‑scale capital automation projects within the Life Sciences industry.

This role requires deep expertise in Emerson Delta

V systems and a strong technical background in delivering cGMP‑compliant automation solutions. The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience managing complete project life cycles, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing operations.

• Lead the design and implementation of Delta
  
  V control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and technical resources to ensure successful delivery

• Design system architecture and control strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency

• Develop batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures in alignment with ISA‑88 standards

• Create high‑performance HMIs using Delta
  
  V Live and Delta
  
  V Operate in accordance with ISA‑101 guidelines

• Apply class‑based configuration methodologies to ensure scalable and standardized system design

• Develop electrical designs including power distribution, panel layouts, and grounding strategies

• Specify and procure instrumentation and automation hardware

• Design and implement industrial networking solutions including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, and OPC UA

• Integrate third‑party equipment with Delta
  
  V systems

• Define computing infrastructure requirements including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, and redundancy planning

• Plan and manage Delta
  
  V system licensing to ensure scalable and cost‑effective implementation

• Oversee the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering through commissioning and validation

• Develop and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols

• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GAMP5, and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory representatives

• Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and drive continuous system improvements

• Support on‑site commissioning activities as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

• 15+ years of automation and control systems engineering experience

• Extensive hands‑on experience with Emerson Delta
  
  V system design and project execution

• Proven experience delivering automation solutions in regulated Life Sciences environments

• Strong expertise in ISA‑88 batch control implementation

• Proficiency in Delta
  
  V Live and Delta
  
  V Operate

• Deep understanding of ISA‑101 HMI design principles

• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance requirements

• Experience with industrial communication protocols including HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, and IO‑Link

• Experience designing electrical components including MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution systems

• Knowledge of server infrastructure and virtualization for Delta
  
  V deployments

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills

• Experience with additional DCS/SCADA platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Ignition, or Siemens PCS7

• Experience with historian integration and alarm management strategies

• OEM system integration experience

• Office‑based engineering environment with frequent use of industrial control systems and engineering tools

• Occasional work in production facilities during commissioning activities

• May require weekend, holiday, night shift, or extended hours during project milestones