Controls Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Sr. Principal Automation Engineer to design and maintain DeltaV automation systems. The role requires extensive experience in GMP-regulated environments and offers a competitive pay range. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, compliance, and providing technical leadership.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in automation engineering.
• Strong expertise in GMP-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of DeltaV automation systems.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA regulations.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Leadership

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

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Job Location: Onsite in Indianapolis - Relo available

Pay Rate: 50-85/hour

Duration: 12 mo contract with Extension

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Sr. Principal Automation Engineer - DeltaV to support our pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining DeltaV automation systems to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant production processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automation engineering within GMP-regulated environments, with a strong focus on manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and optimization of DeltaV automation systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Provide technical leadership and support for process automation projects, including system upgrades and expansions.

Troubleshoot automation issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, IT, and engineering, to ensure seamless automation integration.

Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements in automation system design and operation.

Develop and maintain automation documentation, including user requirements, functional specifications, and validation protocols.

Provide training and mentorship to engineers and operations staff on DeltaV system usage and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

10+ years of experience in automation engineering, with a focus on DeltaV systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Strong expertise in GMP-regulated environments and automation compliance requirements.

Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize DeltaV control strategies.

Experience with system validation, data integrity, and cybersecurity best practices.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Ability to manage multiple automation projects in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Expertise in DeltaV automation system design and troubleshooting.

Strong knowledge of GMP, GAMP5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and other regulatory requirements.

Ability to analyze data and implement process improvements.

Experience in automation lifecycle management and change control.

Effective leadership and team collaboration skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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