Senior Controls Engineer

Trillium Staffing; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee-owner benefit package

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Control Systems Engineer in Addison, Texas, with expertise in Emerson DeltaV systems. The ideal candidate will design control systems for complex capital projects in Life Sciences, manage project schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Requires a professional degree in engineering and 8-15 years of relevant experience. An attractive compensation package is offered, with an annual salary of $160k. Apply now!

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems.
• Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate.
• Strong experience in class-based configuration and design.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement DeltaV control systems.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Lead system architecture development.

Skills

Emerson DeltaV systems

DeltaV Live

HMI design

Isa-101 principles

ISA-88 batch processing

Automation protocols

Industrial networking

cGMP regulations

Leadership skills

Electrical components design

Education

Professional degree in Electrical Engineering

8-15 years in automation engineering

Tools

OPC UA

Ethernet/IP

Modbus TCP/IP

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and implement DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences & Campus Utilities capital projects
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and within-budget project execution
• Lead system architecture development and control strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency
• Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures to optimize production efficiency and regulatory compliance
• Develop DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA-101 HMI guidelines
• Utilize a class-based approach in overall design to maximize scalability and standardization across projects
• Develop electrical designs, including power distribution, panel layouts, and grounding strategies for automation systems
• Specify and procure instrumentation and hardware components
• Design and implement industrial networking solutions, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
• Integrate 3rd party equipment with DeltaV systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus
• Define computing infrastructure requirements, including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, and redundancy planning
• Design, plan, and specify DeltaV system licensing based on user requirements and project scope to ensure cost-effective and scalable solutions
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to commissioning and validation
• Ensure project deliveries and execution methodology compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and industry best practices
• Develop acceptance protocols and manage the execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success
• Implement advanced automation strategies, including ISA-88 batch processing, historian integration, and alarm management
• Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and drive continuous improvements in system performance
• Travel up to 40% for on-site support, commissioning, and client engagement

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 8-15 years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, focusing on system design and project execution
• Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate, including experience designing high-performance HMIs and operator interfaces
• Expertise in ISA-101 HMI design principles and high-performance graphic design strategies
• Strong experience in class-based configuration and design
• Expertise in ISA-88 batch processing, historian solutions, and advanced control strategies
• Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects in the Life Sciences industry
• Strong knowledge of automation protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, IO-Link)
• Deep understanding of industrial networking for communication between controllers, servers, and HMIs
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory compliance for biopharmaceutical manufacturing
• Experience integrating electrical and process control systems
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Experience specifying and designing electrical components, including MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution systems
• Knowledge of server infrastructure and virtualization technologies for robust DeltaV system deployment
• Extensive experience designing and implementing batch control systems within regulated Life Sciences environments
• Experience in OEM system integration using OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols
• Ability to plan, specify, and manage DeltaV system licensing to optimize project implementation
• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens PCS7, or other DCS/SCADA systems is a plus

Education/Experience:

• Professional degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 8-15 years in automation and control system engineering, with a strong focus on Life Sciences projects

Company offers a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Annual salary is $160k/year.

Apply now!

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.