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Delta-V Automation Engineer

Job Description

The Automation Engineer will be designing and implementing advanced Emerson DeltaV automation solutions for the Life Sciences industry. Working within a dynamic system integration environment, you will be part of a team responsible for performing automation work in biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing.

Responsibilities

+ Develop, configure, and implement Emerson DeltaV control systems, ensuring alignment with customer specifications, standards, and industry best practices.

+ Design and program DeltaV batch processes per ISA-88 standards.

+ Collaborate with clients in the life sciences industry to gather requirements and develop customized automation solutions.

+ Engineer system architecture, instrument specifications, and control strategies to optimize manufacturing efficiency.

+ Configure DeltaV controllers, applications, HMI, and historian solutions while ensuring compliance with cGMP and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations.

+ Provide on-site startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support activities for deployed systems into production environments.

+ Ensure compliance with system and software development life cycle methodologies, including validation documentation.

+ Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers, process engineers, validation engineers, and project managers, to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Essential Skills

+ Engineering degree in electrical or chemical engineering.

+ 5-7 years of experience within the automation space.

+ Minimum of 2 years of DeltaV experience.

+ Proficiency in ISA-88 Batch Processing and DeltaV Batch configuration.

+ Experience with automation protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, OPC).

+ Expertise in process control strategies, loop tuning, and system integration.

+ Understanding of industrial networking for communication between controllers, servers, and HMIs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Working experience in the Life Sciences industry, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices is preferred.

+ Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, electrical engineering, programming, HMI, AutoCAD, Rockwell, Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens, SCADA, DCS, batch processing, pharmaceutical, chemical processing, and pulp and paper.

+ Travel up to 25% (within Raleigh area).

Work Environment

You will be supporting pharma/biotech clients in the RTP area, performing DeltaV work. The role involves converting customer requirements to DeltaV code (batch), involving graphics and testing. This position is project-based and will mostly be in the Holly Springs office, with travel to client sites for commissioning in the Raleigh area, up to 25%.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.