Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer

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.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Professional degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 8-15 years in automation and control system engineering, with a strong focus on Life Sciences projects

8-15 years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, focusing on system design and project execution

Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate, including experience designing high-performance HMIs and operator interfaces

Expertise in ISA-101 HMI design principles and high-performance graphic design strategies

Strong experience in class-based configuration and design

Expertise in ISA-88 batch processing, historian solutions, and advanced control strategies

Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects in the Life Sciences industry

Strong knowledge of automation protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP / IP, Ethernet / IP, OPC UA, IO-Link)

Deep understanding of industrial networking for communication between controllers, servers, and HMIs

Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory compliance for biopharmaceutical manufacturing

Experience integrating electrical and process control systems

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Experience specifying and designing electrical components, including MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution systems

Knowledge of server infrastructure and virtualization technologies for robust DeltaV system deployment

Extensive experience designing and implementing batch control systems within regulated Life Sciences environments

Experience in OEM system integration using OPC UA, Ethernet / IP, and other industrial communication protocols

Ability to plan, specify, and manage DeltaV system licensing to optimize project implementation

Knowledge of Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens PCS7, or other DCS / SCADA systems is a plus