DeltaV Automation Engineer — Pharma Plant, Day Shift Contract

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a contractor to lead plant floor automation in a GMP pharmaceutical setting. On-site role with a 12-month rolling contract, working 9:00–17:00 with flexible start times to avoid shifts.

The role focuses on Emerson DeltaV control systems during a major modernization program, handling day-to-day DCS operations, troubleshooting, and production-support tasks with cross-functional coordination across Operations, Quality, and Maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience configuring or sustaining Emerson DeltaV in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of S88 batch structures and GAMP 5 methodologies.
• Ability to navigate live manufacturing areas and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 regulations and site validation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical contact for daily plant floor automation across synthesis, formulation, and utility systems.
• Diagnose complex automation faults and interlocks to maintain production continuity.
• Execute GMP change controls and site validation activities per GAMP 5 and 21 CFR Part 11.
• Collaborate with the DeltaV migration team for cutover alignment and commissioning support.

Skills

Emerson DeltaV

S88 batch

GAMP 5

Data integrity

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

DeltaV DCS

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking a contractor to lead plant floor automation in a GMP pharmaceutical setting. On-site role with a 12-month rolling contract, working 9:00–17:00 with flexible start times to avoid shifts.

The role focuses on Emerson DeltaV control systems during a major modernization program, handling day-to-day DCS operations, troubleshooting, and production-support tasks with cross-functional coordination across Operations, Quality, and Maintenance.