Automation Validation Engineer

DPS Group Global; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Automation CQV Engineer to join their team in the Boston area. This role focuses on the commissioning, qualification, and validation of automated systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly DeltaV-based control systems. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and contribute to the continuous improvement of automated systems. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the biopharma sector and possess strong problem-solving skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Parental Leave

15 Days PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Reward & Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in automation engineering, especially with DeltaV systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with filling and packaging systems in biopharma.

Responsibilities

• Design and troubleshoot DeltaV DCS and automated systems.
• Execute CQV protocols for automated filling and packaging systems.

Skills

Automation Engineering

DeltaV Systems

CQV Activities

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

DeltaV Distributed Control Systems

Automated Filling and Packaging Systems

Job description

About The Job
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:
Arcadis is seeking an experienced Automation CQV Engineer to join our team in the Boston area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) of automated systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a primary focus on DeltaV-based control systems and automated filling and packaging equipment. This position requires a hands-on, onsite presence to ensure successful project execution and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.

Role accountabilities:

1. Design, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and associated automated systems.
2. Execute CQV protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) for automated filling and packaging systems in alignment with regulatory requirements.
3. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Engineering, QA, Manufacturing) to support system integration, upgrades, and continuous improvements.
4. Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), User Requirements Specifications (URS), Functional Specifications (FS), and Validation Protocols.
5. Provide ongoing system support, troubleshooting, and optimization to ensure the reliability and performance of automated systems in a production environment.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. 5-7 years of experience in automation engineering, specifically with DeltaV systems and CQV activities for automated equipment in a regulated environment.
2. Knowledge for EMPQ/smoke visualization is a plus but not required.
3. Strong hands-on experience with filling and packaging systems used in biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
4. Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
5. In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing practices, particularly GMP compliance.
6. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and document technical information clearly.
7. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
8. Ability to provide legal US work authorization documents required. Will consider US domestic travelers and relocation.

Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. Salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.