Delta V Automation Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Delta V Automation Engineer to join a growing leader in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology space for a contract, remote position. The Delta V Automation Engineer will oversee DeltaV DCS automation systems in a cGMP pharmaceutical environment, managing system integration, documentation review, and cross-functional coordination while ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and validation requirements.

Responsibilities of the Delta V Automation Engineer include:

• Actively contribute to key project meetings, including remote collaboration with FDBN Automation engineers, System Integrator reviews, and weekly DSM Automation Huddle meetings.
• Provide expert-level design review and input on DeltaV system configuration and automation requirements across multiple process areas, ensuring alignment with functional specifications and life cycle documentation.
• Lead and review Kneat documentation, including DeltaV software FATs, SATs, Automation Commissioning Test Protocols, software OQs, and Software Installation Verification protocols—while supporting and advising document generation processes.
• Oversee remote execution and guidance for System Integrator activities, including loop checks and commissioning tasks, ensuring efficient implementation of DeltaV configurations.
• Work collaboratively across multiple project workstreams (FDBN/FDBD Automation, CSV, CQV, Utilities, Process Engineering) while ensuring compliance with all required Safety, Project Procedure, and Project Instruction training.

Qualifications for the Delta V Automation Engineer include:

• 7+ years' direct experience working with Emerson DeltaV DCS
• Experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical facility working with FDA regulations
• Working knowledge of Kneat validation software
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.

Compensation for the Downstream Process Automation Engineer:

• Salary Range: $80-$85/hour (USD)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, sick leave if required by law, and 401K

This job opens for applications on 6/13. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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