DeltaV Automation Engineer

PACIV • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, and Validation. PACIV is a global leader in industrial automation and process control solutions, serving clients in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, utilities and wastewater sectors, specializing in delivering compliant, high-performance automation systems tailored to regulated environments.

We are looking for a DeltaV Automation Engineer to join our onsite team in Indianapolis, IN who can drive impactful automation solutions across biotechnology and life sciences sectors. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on implementation of industrial control systems. Support proposal development, lead automation projects, provide day-to-day troubleshooting and maintenance for platforms; Emerson DeltaV, Allen-Bradley PLCs, and iFix within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Chemical Engineering
• Emerson DeltaV Batch experience, minimum 6 years of hands-on experience with system integration and process control systems
• Proven ability in control system design, programming, troubleshooting, and implementation within regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience with system integration and process control systems for Allen-Bradley SLCs, ControlLogix, iFIX, Foundation Fieldbus, and DeviceNet
• Familiarity with process control documentation including P&IDs, URS, FS, and DS.
• Working knowledge of Data Historian systems, particularly OSI PI.
• Understanding of Computer System Validation lifecycle and FDA regulatory requirements.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with a proactive approach to tasks and challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and implementation of Emerson DeltaV automation systems for manufacturing and skid‑based processes
• Programming, troubleshooting, and support of process and utility control systems in regulated environments
• Application of ISA‑88 batch control principles to support modular and scalable batch automation solutions using DeltaV and FactoryTalk Batch
• Support and maintenance of DeltaV DCS environments, including system optimization and integration
• Development and maintenance of HMI/SCADA interfaces to support efficient plant operations
• Participation in capital projects, including design, installation, testing, commissioning, and modernization efforts
• Support of remediation, migration, and upgrade initiatives for legacy automation systems
• Collaboration with the Validation team to ensure compliance with cGMP, GAMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
• Use of OSI PI or similar data historian systems to support process monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level