Lead Automation Engineer (DeltaV) – Life Sciences
Location: Remote (Monthly travel to Richmond, VA)
Department: Operations
Industry: Life Sciences / Automation
About the Opportunity
Xperior Global is partnering with a large national system integrator delivering complex automation and control solutions across mission-critical and life sciences environments.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Lead Automation Engineer (DeltaV) to support the delivery of high-impact pharmaceutical automation projects.
This is a key technical leadership role offering the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale automation systems within a highly regulated environment.
Role Overview
As a Lead Automation Engineer, you will take ownership of specific process areas, driving the technical delivery of DeltaV-based automation systems within pharmaceutical manufacturing projects.
You will play a central role in ensuring successful system design, integration, and validation while collaborating across project teams and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and implementation of DeltaV batch automation systems
Provide technical leadership across large-scale pharmaceutical projects
Support system integration across:
DeltaV
Rockwell PLCs
PI Historian
Contribute to validation strategies and GMP-compliant documentation
Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery
Requirements
Core Experience
8+ years in pharmaceutical automation
5+ years working with DeltaV Batch DCS
Experience delivering large automation projects or programs
Technical & Industry Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
GMP
Validation processes
Change management
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and system integration
Highly Desirable
Experience in regulated environments (GxP / GMP)
Knowledge of batch processes and S88 standards
Exposure to platforms such as:
Emerson DeltaV
Rockwell / Allen-Bradley
Ignition
Aveva PI
Siemens or similar
Understanding of biopharmaceutical or life sciences processes
Why Join?
Work with a well-established and growing system integrator
Contribute to complex, high-impact projects in life sciences
Strong career progression opportunities
Collaborative, engineering-driven culture
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with flexibility for top candidates
401(k) with company match
PTO and comprehensive healthcare benefits
Additional Incentives
Company Profit Sharing: 1.5% salary bonus when corporate targets are achieved
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to the future of life sciences automation:
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