DeltaV Lead Automation Engineer

Purpose

This candidate will be required to work closely with the Digital teams responsible for the full Automation and IT scope and with vendors / partners with responsibility for delivery of systems

Responsibilities

As the DeltaV Lead Automation Engineer for the project, you will work with other Automation resources, Automation vendors and partners to deliver automation systems on time and within budget.
Develop and/or review SDLC deliverables, compliant with site standards, including but not limited to:
- Requirements Specifications
- Requirements Traceability Matrix
- Functional Specification
- Design Specification
- Code Review
- Test specification/test script
Work closely with vendors of Automation equipment to ensure deliverables meet project requirements, including the interfacing of new Automation equipment with existing site systems, incl. OEM automation systems, MES and PI Historian
Work closely with the DDQ and CSV functions and ensure their requirements are met in all deliverables
Participate in Hardware and Software FATs and SATs to ensure requirements and standards are met
Follow project schedules and document trackers to assist in the management and control of project deliverables
Participate in Automation meetings and support relevant program meetings
Liaise with stakeholders on the overall project to ensure clear communication between all parties
Ensure Automation compliance with Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions

Qualifications

Relevant Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in the pharmaceutical industry
Strong experience in the following systems: Emerson DeltaV incl. core system implementation, base layer, batch layer
Knowledge of and experience with the following systems would be advantageous; Siemens PLC/SCADA, OSISoft PI, Werum Pas-X, ABB DCS or other DCS systems
Excellent computer skills, proficient in the use of the following Microsoft tools: Excel, SharePoint, Word and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Previous experience of API or OSD manufacturing will be advantageous
Previous experience of high containment manufacturing will be advantageous