Senior DeltaV Automation Engineer – Life Sciences

We are hiring a Senior DeltaV Engineer to lead large-scale Life Sciences automation and capital projects in Raleigh NC. This role focuses on Emerson DeltaV system design batch control automation and cGMP-compliant solutions supporting biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Emerson DeltaV control systems for Life Sciences manufacturing
• Lead full project lifecycle delivery (design execution commissioning validation)
• Develop ISA-88 batch control strategies recipe management and phase logic
• Create high-performance HMI graphics using DeltaV Live / Operate (ISA-101 standards)
• Build scalable class-based automation architectures across projects
• Integrate systems using OPC UA Ethernet/IP Modbus Profibus Foundation Fieldbus
• Design electrical systems instrumentation networking servers and virtualization infrastructure
• Manage FAT/SAT testing validation and regulatory compliance (GAMP5 cGMP 21 CFR Part 11)
• Lead project scheduling budgeting and cross-functional coordination
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams

Required Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Chemical or Control Systems Engineering
• 815 years of automation engineering experience in Life Sciences
• Strong hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV (design configuration implementation)
• Expertise in ISA-88 batch systems and ISA-101 HMI design
• Strong knowledge of cGMP GAMP5 and regulated pharmaceutical environments
• Experience with industrial protocols (OPC UA Modbus Ethernet/IP Profibus HART)
• Proven experience delivering large capital automation projects end-to-end
• Strong leadership communication and project management skills

Preferred:

• Experience with Rockwell Siemens PCS7 or Ignition SCADA
• Knowledge of virtualization server infrastructure and industrial networking

Location & Compensation:

• Raleigh NC (Onsite role with up to 25% travel)
• $150000 $170000 base salary

Benefits:

Employee-owned company offering ESOP 401(k) profit sharing medical/dental/vision PTO tuition reimbursement and a full benefits package.