DeltaV Automation Engineer

About the job DeltaV Automation Engineer
We are seeking a Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer to join our growing Life Sciences Automation team in Raleigh, NC. In this senior-level role, you will lead the design, implementation, and project management of large-scale capital automation projects for biopharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device manufacturing facilities .
This position is ideal for an experienced DeltaV professional who thrives in delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions , excels at managing complete project life cycles, and enjoys working with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing efficiency and regulatory compliance .
Key Responsibilities

• Design & Implement: Develop Emerson DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences projects, including system architecture, batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe design.
• Project Leadership: Manage schedules, budgets, resources, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of automation projects.
• HMI & Graphics: Create high-performance graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate aligned with ISA-101 guidelines.
• Electrical & Networking Design: Develop power distribution plans, panel layouts, grounding strategies, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus).
• Integration: Connect 3rd-party equipment using OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus protocols.
• Compliance: Ensure all designs meet GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 regulatory standards.
• Testing & Validation: Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to confirm system performance.
• Mentorship: Guide and train junior engineers and project teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement advanced control strategies, historian integration, and alarm management to improve efficiency.

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Control Systems, or Chemical Engineering (or related field).
• 8+ years of automation and control systems engineering experience, specifically in the Life Sciences/Pharma industry .
• Extensive hands-on DeltaV experience (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 and class-based configuration.
• Deep understanding of GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
• Experience integrating automation protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, OPC UA).
• Solid understanding of industrial networking and server infrastructure (virtualization, redundancy, cybersecurity).
• Strong electrical design background (MCCs, VFDs, power distribution, panel layouts).
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and work occasional extended hours/weekends as needed.

• Experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens PCS7, or Ignition SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of historian solutions, IO-Link, and advanced data analytics.
• Familiarity with alarm management strategies.
• DeltaV or Project Management certifications.

• Competitive base salary $145K-$170K plus uncapped performance bonus .
• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP) share in the companys success.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Worldwide Travel Assistance