Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Raleigh, NC (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time | Mid-Senior Level
💵 Compensation: $141,000 – $170,000 (based on experience)
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
👤 Openings: 1

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of large-scale automation projects within the Life Sciences industry. This position requires deep technical expertise in Emerson DeltaV systems, strong knowledge of cGMP-compliant solutions, and the ability to deliver projects through their full lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical leader with extensive experience in automation, industrial networking, and regulatory compliance, while also mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences projects.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures to optimize efficiency and compliance.
Develop DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA-101 guidelines.
Drive standardization with a class-based design approach across projects.
Specify, procure, and integrate instrumentation, hardware, and industrial networking solutions (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, OPC UA).
Define and plan DeltaV licensing requirements for cost-effective, scalable system deployment.
Ensure compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 regulatory standards.
Manage Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and teams.
Collaborate with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and clients to ensure project success.
Troubleshoot complex automation issues and implement continuous improvements.
Travel up to 25% for commissioning and on-site client engagement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
8–15 years of automation and control systems engineering experience, specifically in Life Sciences.
Extensive hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems (DeltaV Live, DeltaV Operate).
Expertise in ISA-101 HMI design principles and ISA-88 batch processing.
Strong knowledge of industrial networking protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, IO-Link).
Experience with cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory compliance for Life Sciences manufacturing.
Familiarity with Rockwell Automation, Siemens PCS7, Ignition, or other DCS/SCADA systems (plus).
Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Why Join

Work on mission-critical Life Sciences automation projects that directly impact biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing.
Opportunity to lead full project lifecycles with ownership and accountability.
Be part of a collaborative, expert-driven team with continuous professional growth and development.

Key Skills

Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO
Full-Time, Permanent
$75,000 - $130,000

Description

Principal Automation Engineer / Senior Engineer, Automation

This role involves leveraging advanced expertise in automation engineering, particularly with Allen Bradley systems, and troubleshooting within the Rockwell platform. Core responsibilities include working with PLCs, AVEVA system platforms, HMIs, AB panel views, and a variety of automation communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP. You will also handle automation integration principles, cascade controls, and electrical troubleshooting in both low and high-voltage PLC control panels.

Key aspects include:

Applying knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and AVEVA System platforms for process integrations, including MES machine integration.
Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams to optimize equipment performance.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and providing hands-on troubleshooting for various production and utility systems.

The role requires proficiency in systems used in upstream and downstream processes, including antigen fermentation, CIP/SIP, WFI, filling, and lyophilization automation. Additional tasks include conducting training on utility equipment and entering maintenance work orders to ensure timely repairs and upgrades.

Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across Allen Bradley systems, automation communication protocols, and PLC control panels.
Provide technical support during off-shift and weekend hours as needed.
Identify and recommend equipment upgrades to improve reliability and performance.
Assist with packaging engineering projects and provide training on electro-mechanical systems.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards (e.g., cGMP, FDA, OSHA) and internal SOPs.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in automation and engineering.

Qualifications

Principal Engineer, Automation:

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical) or related field preferred, with at least 4 years of professional experience.
Alternatively, 6 years with a relevant Associate degree or 8 years with a HS diploma/GED.

Senior Engineer, Automation:

HS diploma/GED and 7+ years of relevant experience, or 2 years of experience with a relevant Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Requirements:

Proficiency in troubleshooting automation communication protocols, electrical prints, and integration principles.
Familiarity with working in a cGMP or similar regulated environment.
Must be 18 years or older, authorized to work in the U.S., and willing to undergo pre-employment screenings.

Compensation and Benefits

Principal Engineer: Base salary typically between $95,000 and $130,000.
Senior Engineer: Base salary typically between $75,000 and $95,000.
Both roles offer full health and wellness benefits, performance-based bonuses, and shift differentials.

This opportunity emphasizes a focus on growth, collaboration, and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer | Life Sciences Automation | Raleigh, NC | $141K–$170K

Specialist, Automation or Sr Engineer, Automation - Saint Joseph, MO - $75,000 - $130,000

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