Lead DeltaV Engineer

General Overview

Impact Engineering Ltd is a trusted automation partner based in Dublin, focusing on business transformation, digitalisation, automation projects, and targeted automation training. We offer a range of services including consultancy, system upgrades, process optimization, and automation front line support. Our mission is to deliver innovative, cost-competitive, and compliant automation solutions to add value to businesses through digitalization.

As the Lead DeltaV Engineer , you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, support, and continuous improvement of Emerson DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS). This role includes leading a team of automation engineers, serving as the technical SME for DeltaV systems, and collaborating cross-functionally with operations, quality, validation, and global technology teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Emerson DeltaV DCS platforms, ensuring system integrity and availability.
• Lead complex troubleshooting efforts, root cause analyses, and corrective actions for automation issues.
• Design and implement process control strategies to support manufacturing operations, tech transfers, and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (FDA, cGMP, GAMP, etc.) for all DeltaV automation activities.
• Oversee change control processes for DeltaV modifications and manage configuration management best practices.

Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of automation engineers supporting DeltaV operations.
• Assign and prioritize workload, provide performance feedback, and foster a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
• Guide professional development, training, and onboarding for junior engineers and contractors.

Project Execution & Collaboration

• Manage and execute site automation projects, from requirements gathering and design through FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality assurance, IT, and global engineering to ensure integrated and reliable automation systems.
• Support new equipment integration and facility expansions, coordinating with cross-functional project teams.

Compliance & Lifecycle Management

• Ensure systems are maintained in a validated state through proper documentation, testing, and procedures.
• Support audit readiness and actively participate in internal and external inspections.
• Lead lifecycle assessments and planning for DeltaV hardware/software upgrades, patches, and obsolescence mitigation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in process automation with a focus on DeltaV DCS systems in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing technical staff.
• Strong understanding of cGMPs, GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, and computer system validation.
• Hands-on experience with batch automation, S88 standards, and process control strategy development.