Sr. DeltaV Controls Architect

Sr. DeltaV Controls Architect

DPP is seeking a Sr. DeltaV Controls Architect for a direct hire opportunity in Raleigh, NC.

This role is a senior-level, hands-on automation engineering position focused on the design, implementation, and delivery of large-scale Life Sciences capital automation projects. The position requires deep technical expertise with Emerson DeltaV systems and a strong background in delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions.

• The Senior DeltaV Engineer leads the technical design and implementation of DeltaV-based control systems for complex Life Sciences projects.
• Responsibilities include defining system architecture, control strategies, and automation standards that support efficient, compliant manufacturing operations.

• Designing and implementing DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects
• Leading system architecture development and control strategies to support manufacturing efficiency and scalability
• Designing batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures aligned with regulatory and operational requirements
• Developing DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA ‑ 101 HMI guidelines
• Applying class ‑ based design methodologies to promote standardization and reuse across projects
• Implementing advanced automation strategies including ISA ‑ 88 batch processing, historian integration, and alarm management
• Troubleshooting complex automation challenges and driving continuous improvement in system performance

• While primarily a technical leadership role, this position supports successful project delivery through close collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.

• Supporting development of project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Contributing to project execution planning and coordination
• Overseeing technical execution across project phases, from requirements through commissioning and validation
• Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities through protocol development and execution
• Ensuring technical deliverables align with applicable standards and best practices, including GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11

• Designing and implementing industrial networking solutions, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
• Integrating third ‑ party equipment using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus
• Defining computing infrastructure requirements, including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity considerations, and redundancy planning
• Planning, specifying, and managing DeltaV system licensing based on project scope and user requirements
• Specifying and procuring instrumentation and automation hardware, including electrical and control system components

• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and cross ‑ disciplinary project teams
• Collaborating with customers, internal stakeholders, and external partners to support successful project execution
• Supporting cross ‑ functional coordination between automation, electrical, and process disciplines

• Raleigh, NC office presence is required
• Work is a combination of office ‑ based engineering and on ‑ site support at customer manufacturing facilities
• Travel up to 25% for commissioning, start ‑ up, and project support
• Occasional extended hours during critical project phases may be required

• 8–15 years of hands ‑ on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, with a strong focus on system design and project execution
• Extensive experience delivering automation solutions within Life Sciences manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory requirements applicable to biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing

• Proficiency with DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate, including high ‑ performance HMI design
• Strong experience with ISA ‑ 101 HMI design principles
• Expertise in ISA ‑ 88 batch…