Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer

head\-huntress.com•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We have a Senior DeltaV Engineer opportunity in our Raleigh, NC office. This person will lead the design, implementation, and project management of large-scale capital automation projects within the Life Sciences industry. This role requires proficiency with Emerson DeltaV systems and a strong technical background in designing and delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complete project life cycles, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Proficiency with Emerson DeltaV systems
Strong technical background in designing and delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions
Proven track record of managing complete project life cycles
Ensuring compliance with industry regulations
Collaborating with cross-functional teams
Experience with ISA-101 HMI guidelines
Experience with class-based design for scalability and standardization
Experience developing electrical designs (power distribution, panel layouts, grounding)
Experience specifying and procuring instrumentation and hardware components
Experience designing and implementing industrial networking solutions (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus)
Experience integrating 3rd party equipment with DeltaV systems (OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Modbus)
Experience defining computing infrastructure requirements (server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, redundancy)
Experience designing, planning, and specifying DeltaV system licensing
Experience with GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and industry best practices
Experience developing acceptance protocols and managing FAT/SAT execution
Experience mentoring junior engineers
Experience implementing advanced automation strategies (ISA-88 batch processing, historian integration, alarm management)
Ability to troubleshoot complex automation challenges

Responsibilities

Design and implement DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and within-budget project execution
Lead system architecture development and control strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency
Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures to optimize production efficiency and regulatory compliance
Develop DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA-101 HMI guidelines
Utilize a class-based approach in overall design to maximize scalability and standardization across projects
Develop electrical designs, including power distribution, panel layouts, and grounding strategies for automation systems
Specify and procure instrumentation and hardware components
Design and implement industrial networking solutions, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
Integrate 3rd party equipment with DeltaV systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus
Define computing infrastructure requirements, including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, and redundancy planning
Design, plan, and specify DeltaV system licensing based on user requirements and project scope to ensure cost-effective and scalable solutions
Oversee the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to commissioning and validation
Ensure project deliveries and execution methodology compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and industry best practices
Develop acceptance protocols and manage the execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance
Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams
Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success
Implement advanced automation strategies, including ISA-88 batch processing, historian integration, and alarm management
Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and drive continuous improvements in system performance
Travel up to 25% for on-site support, commissioning, and client engagement