Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer

KLM Careers
Raleigh, NC
Category Engineering
Job Description
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.

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
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