Associate Manager - MSAT

Pfizer; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Visakhapatnam, India seeks an experienced Process Engineer to lead automation design, qualification, and validation activities for DeltaV DCS and PI Historian systems. You will develop batch recipes, configure control modules, and ensure 21 CFR Part 11 compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires deep knowledge of GMP/CSV principles and hands-on experience with DCS automation, while maintaining rigorous documentation and audit trails for validation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; pharma/biotech exposure preferred.
• Minimum 10 years automation engineering experience in regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of DeltaV DCS, batch control, and validation standards (21 CFR Part 11, GAMP5).

Responsibilities

• Create DCS Recipe parameters, formulas and batch flows.
• Review SDS/FS to define automation requirements.
• Prepare Qualification Documents: DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ; ensure 21 CFR Part 11 alignment.
• Develop and configure DeltaV logic; maintain traceability and audit readiness.
• QUAL of Historian systems and data integrity compliance.
• Interface with OPC/Modbus and other protocols.
• Integrate PI with MES/ERP/SCADA; use PI Datalink/PI Vision for reporting.

Skills

DeltaV DCS

PI Historian

GAMP 5

21 CFR Part 11

Documentation & QA

OPC/Modbus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics, Automation, Chemical or related engineering

Tools

PI System

OPC/Modbus

PI Vision

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose As a Process Engineer , you will be part of Tech Operations team and play a crucial role in improving patients' lives while working at Pfizer. Your contributions will directly impact the development and delivery of innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for patients worldwide. Join us in our mission to bring breakthroughs that change patients' lives.

What You Will Achieve In this role, you will work as Process Engineer with hands‑on experience in Delta DCS systems, PI Historian to support the development and qualification of automation logic, Historian integrations in compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 and the latest validation standards. The role involves supporting design documents and developing qualification protocols, as well as configuring recipes, formulas, and controlling logic in Delta V DCS system, Historian systems along with Qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creation of DCS Recipe parameters, Formulas and developing process flows as per Tech transfer inputs.
• Review and interpret Software Design Specifications (SDS), Functional Specifications (FS), and related documents to understand automation requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive Qualification Documents including - Design Qualification (DQ), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ),Performance Qualification (PQ) Ensure documentation aligns with 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and internal validation SOPs.
• Develop and configure DeltaV DCS logic, including Batch Recipes, Control Modules, Equipment Modules, Formulas and Phases Maintain traceability matrices and ensure audit readiness of all documentation.
• Qualification of Historian systems.
• Understanding batch recipes, formulas, and control strategies.
• Solid understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and CSV principles.
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
• Familiarity with data integrity and audit trail requirements.
• Knowledge of ISA-88 batch control standards.
• Knowledge of ALCOA Principles.
• PI System Architecture Knowledge of PI Data Archive, Asset Framework (AF), Event Frames, and PI Vision.
• Interface Configuration Experience with OPC, Modbus, and other industrial protocols.
• Data Modeling & Contextualization Building AF templates and event frames for batch and equipment tracking.
• System Integration Connecting PI with MES, ERP & SCADA systems.
• Reporting Tools Using PI Datalink, PI Vision, and PI Rt Reports for analytics and compliance reporting.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics, Automation, Chemical or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automation engineering within a regulated industry (pharma/biotech preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of DeltaV DCS systems.
• Expertise on 7016 – Delta Batch Implementation or equivalent hands‑on experience.

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Work Location Assignment:

On Premise

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