Controls Engineer

As the company continues to expand its automation capabilities, they are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join their team. The selected candidate will design and implement advanced Emerson DeltaV automation solutions for complex manufacturing environments. Working within a dynamic system integration setting, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality, fit-for-purpose, and regulatory-compliant automation systems.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a local office while supporting clients nationwide, contributing to projects that demand innovation, precision, and technical excellence.

What YOU get to DO at this growing company:

• Develop, configure, and implement Emerson DeltaV control systems in alignment with project requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.

• Design and program DeltaV batch processes in accordance with ISA-88 standards.

• Collaborate with clients to gather requirements and develop tailored automation solutions.

• Engineer system architecture, instrumentation specifications, and control strategies to improve operational efficiency.

• Configure DeltaV controllers, applications, HMIs, and historian solutions, ensuring compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, and 21 CFR Part 11.

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system functionality.

• Provide on-site startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support for deployed systems.

• Ensure adherence to system/software development life cycle methodologies and maintain validation documentation.

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, supporting technical development and knowledge sharing.

What you NEED to SUCCEED in this challenging role:

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

• Familiarity with historian systems, alarm management, and advanced control strategies.

• Experience with automation protocols such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, and OPC.

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

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

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments preferred, but strong DeltaV expertise from other sectors will be considered.

• Knowledge of GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation processes.

• Familiarity with electrical design principles; AutoCAD experience is a plus.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving complex automation issues.

• Bonus: experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens PCS7, or other DCS/SCADA systems.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% for site support and commissioning.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on complex projects.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and client interaction.

• Ability to translate high-level functional requirements into detailed software design.

Education/Experience:

• Professional degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• 3 to 7 years of experience in automation and control system engineering, preferably with a focus on Emerson DeltaV.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Opportunity to work on challenging automation projects with high technical impact.

• Ability to contribute to both local and nationwide initiatives.

• Professional development through hands-on engineering work and mentorship opportunities.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with experience and market benchmarks.

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