DeltaV Technical Lead

Cognizant; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced DeltaV Technical Lead to own end-to-end delivery of a complex DeltaV Batch automation project. This hands-on leadership role directs detail design, guides a team through build, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and post-go-live stabilization.

You will be the primary DeltaV technical authority interfacing with client operations, engineering and QA/regulatory teams, ensuring design adherence, change control, and robust validation in regulated environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in industrial process automation with at least 5 years hands-on DeltaV engineering.
• Delivery of DeltaV Batch projects from design through commissioning.
• Deep knowledge of ISA-88 (S88) batch standard and DeltaV architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead Functional Design Specification (FDS) authoring and review.
• Define DeltaV system architecture, network topology, and hardware sizing.
• Own equipment phase library development and master recipe authoring.
• Drive FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities with the DeltaV team.
• Lead on-site commissioning, loop checks, and site acceptance testing.
• Produce training materials and support post go-live stabilization.

Skills

DeltaV engineering

Project leadership

ISA-88 (S88) knowledge

FAT/SAT/commissioning

Change control

Team leadership

Client interface

Tools

DeltaV Recipe Studio

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced DeltaV Technical Lead to own the end-to-end delivery of a complex DeltaV Batch automation project. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for directing the detail design phase, leading a team of engineers through build, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and providing expert-level support through post-go-live stabilisation.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary technical authority for the DeltaV system and will interface directly with the client's operations, engineering, and QA/regulatory teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities by Project Phase

Phase 1

Detail Design

• Lead Functional Design Specification (FDS) authoring and review

• Define DeltaV system architecture, network topology, and hardware sizing

• Establish batch recipe strategy: S88 hierarchy, equipment phase library, formula parameter design

• Author and review Control Narrative, Cause & Effect matrices

• Define naming conventions, module templates, and configuration standards

• Participate in HAZOP / SIL reviews as DeltaV SME

• Develop and agree the FAT / SAT test strategy and acceptance criteria

Phase 2

Build & FAT

• Lead and coordinate the DeltaV configuration team during build

• Own equipment phase library development and master recipe authoring

• Perform technical reviews of all configured modules and recipes

• Drive Factory Acceptance Testing: develop test scripts, lead execution, manage punch list

• Ensure configuration management and version control discipline throughout build

• Support simulation and dynamic testing of batch sequences

Phase 3

Commissioning & SAT

• Lead on-site DeltaV commissioning activities and manage the commissioning team

• Oversee loop checking, I/O verification, and controller checkout

• Lead Site Acceptance Testing execution and sign-off

• Manage site configuration changes and punch list resolution under change control

• Liaise with instrument, electrical, and process teams to resolve interface issues

• Support operator training and produce training materials

Phase 4

Go-Live & Support

• Lead the cutover plan and manage DeltaV go-live execution

• Provide hyper-care support during initial production batches

• Diagnose and resolve post-go-live incidents, batch failures, and performance issues

• Manage and implement post-go-live change requests under MOC

• Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) in regulated environments

• Produce as-built documentation and knowledge transfer to client support team

Leadership & Project Responsibilities

• Team leadership: direct line or technical management of 3-8 DeltaV engineers and technicians across project phases

• Technical governance: review and approve all deliverables produced by the DeltaV team; enforce quality and standards

• Client interface: act as primary technical contact with client engineering, operations, IT, and QA stakeholders

• Scope management: identify technical scope risks and changes early; engage with the project manager to assess impact on cost and schedule

• Resource planning: forecast skill and resource requirements by phase; coordinate with the delivery manager

• Risk management: maintain a technical risk register; lead mitigation actions for DeltaV-specific risks

• Vendor management: manage the relationship with Emerson and third-party integrators where required

Required Experience & Skills

• 10+ years in industrial process automation with at least 5 years hands-on DeltaV engineering

• Demonstrated delivery of DeltaV Batch projects from design through commissioning

• Deep knowledge of ISA-88 (S88) batch standard: procedural model, physical model, recipe types

• Strong expertise in DeltaV equipment phase development, phase state model, and phase parameters/reports

• Proficient in DeltaV Recipe Studio: master recipe authoring, formula parameters, parallel branching, equipment arbitration

• Experience with DeltaV system architecture: controller sizing, network design, redundancy configuration, application station deployment

• Solid understanding of process control fundamentals: PID, interlocks, alarms, cause & effect

• Proven experience leading FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities for DeltaV systems

• Experience producing and reviewing FDS, Control Narratives, and test documentation

• Familiarity with DeltaV Batch Historian and batch reporting / electronic batch records

• Strong understanding of change management and configuration control disciplines

• Prior team leadership experience: task delegation, technical review, mentoring junior engineers

• Ability to work effectively with multi-discipline site teams (instrumentation, electrical, process, IT)

• Strong written and verbal communication; confident presenting to client stakeholders

Desirable Experience

• Experience in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, biotech, food & beverage) and GMP /