Senior Automation Engineering

At least 8 years of automation engineering experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Extensive DeltaV DCS expertise, including configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting control system logic, phases, and automation components.
Strong problem-solving skills in live manufacturing settings, including commissioning, issue triage, and timely resolution under GMP constraints.
Experience working with onsite Validation, Engineering, and Operations teams during Commissioning and Qualification (C&Q) is preferred.
Understanding of change control in validated pharmaceutical environments is preferred.
Familiarity with indirectly supporting Computer System Validation (CSV) through execution and issue resolution is preferred; Serve onsite as the DeltaV DCS Automation Engineer, supporting Commissioning and Qualification (C&Q) activities.
Independently configure, troubleshoot, and support DeltaV control system logic, phases, and automation components in real time.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and intermediate automation engineers.
Collaborate with onsite Validation and Operations teams to align automation behavior with approved Functional Specifications.
Identify automation bottlenecks, recommend technical solutions, and support their safe implementation under site change control procedures.
Maintain compliance with applicable GMP requirements, site standard operating procedures, and safety standards.
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We are seeking a senior DeltaV DCS Automation Engineer for a long-term contract of 12+ months in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. The role is based onsite in Muskegon, Michigan, with remote work considered for an exceptional candidate. Compensation is $80 per hour on W-2 or $95 per hour on C2C. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). Our AI-assisted application screening is followed by hiring decisions made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.