Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer
Charlynconsulting•Raleigh, NC
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior DeltaV Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and project management of large-scale automation projects within the Life Sciences industry. This role requires deep expertise with Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems and the ability to deliver cGMP-compliant automation solutions for biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing complete project lifecycles—from system design through commissioning and validation—while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- 8–15 years of automation and control systems engineering experience within the Life Sciences industry
- Extensive hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV system design, configuration, and implementation
- Proficiency with DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate
- Strong expertise in ISA-88 batch processing standards
- Strong expertise in ISA-101 HMI design and high-performance graphics
- Deep understanding of GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance frameworks
- Proven experience managing large capital automation projects
- Strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects from design through commissioning and validation
- Emerson DeltaV control systems
- ISA-88 batch processing architecture
- ISA-101 high-performance HMI design
- Industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus)
- Industrial networking infrastructure
- Server architecture and virtualization technologies
- Electrical design including MCCs, VFDs, and control panels
- Automation system integration in regulated Life Sciences environments
Nice To Haves
- Rockwell Automation
- Inductive Automation Ignition
- Siemens PCS7
- Other DCS/SCADA platforms
Responsibilities
- Design and implement Emerson DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and engineering resources
- Lead system architecture design and control strategies to improve manufacturing performance
- Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures using ISA-88 standards
- Develop DeltaV operator interfaces using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate aligned with ISA-101 HMI guidelines
- Implement class-based automation architecture to ensure scalable system design
- Design electrical systems including panel layouts, power distribution, and grounding strategies
- Specify and integrate instrumentation and hardware components
- Implement industrial networking solutions including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
- Integrate third-party equipment using OPC UA and industrial communication protocols
- Define computing infrastructure including server architecture, virtualization, and cybersecurity planning
- Manage the full project lifecycle from requirements gathering to commissioning and validation
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Ensure compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11 regulatory standards
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
- Support client engagements and regulatory compliance activities
- Travel up to 25% for commissioning and on-site support
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonus Program
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Assistance Services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
