Automation Engineer
Core
Configure, validate, and support DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for batch processing and facility automation in regulated environments.
Role type
Senior Automation Engineer (DCS/Validation)
Builds
Configured and validated DeltaV DCS systems for pharmaceutical or life science facilities
Domain
Industrial Automation / Life Sciences / Pharma Manufacturing
Required skills
DeltaV DCS configuration, IQ/OQ/IOQ validation protocols, GAMP5 compliance, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, Rockwell BAS/SCADA, PLC programming, MES integration, SDLC & Change Control
Preferred skills
Cross-functional team leadership, incident root cause analysis, vendor liaison, training junior engineers
Technologies
DeltaV, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Yokogawa, Invensys, OPC (DA/UA), Fieldbus, HMI
Responsibilities
Perform DeltaV Batch configuration including recipes, phases, equipment modules, and control modules; Lead and execute DeltaV system validation activities including IQ, OQ, and IOQ protocols; Manage system administration and maintain configuration integrity across development, test, and production environments; Troubleshoot, validate, and support integration of standalone systems with DeltaV DCS; Lead automation commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for facility and equipment upgrades; Generate and execute validation documentation for DeltaV and Rockwell BAS systems in compliance with GAMP5, 21 CFR Part 11, and EU Annex 11.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
