DeltaV/Automation Solutions Architect

Job Title: DeltaV/Automation Solutions Architect (Contract)
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Remote)
Contract Length: 6 months
Start: ASAP

Overview
TechNET IT Recruitment has partnered with a leading global engineering and life sciences manufacturing organisation to appoint an experienced Automation Solutions Architect with strong Emerson DeltaV and industrial automation expertise.

This is a 6-month contract engagement supporting the design, delivery, and validation of automation systems within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role will focus on DeltaV architecture, batch automation, and life cycle engineering, working closely with client stakeholders and project delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of Emerson DeltaV-based automation systems for life sciences manufacturing environments

• Develop and review control system strategies, functional specifications, and design documentation

• Support automation delivery across the full project life cycle, including design, build, commissioning, and validation

• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement DCS, PLC, and SCADA-based control systems

• Work within ISA-88 batch standards to support pharmaceutical and biotech production processes

• Participate in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and support validation activities including Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ)

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and project teams

• Engage directly with client stakeholders to review system design, testing, and implementation

• Support troubleshooting, optimisation, and integration of automation platforms across manufacturing environments

Required Experience

• Extensive experience working with Emerson DeltaV within pharmaceutical or life sciences manufacturing

• Strong background in industrial automation systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA

• Experience designing and implementing batch automation systems aligned with ISA-88 standards

• Proven involvement in regulated project environments (GxP/GMP)

• Experience supporting SAT, IQ, and OQ validation activities

• Ability to operate in client-facing technical roles, presenting system design and test results

• Strong documentation, architecture, and system design experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience working within global pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing projects

• Knowledge of automation life cycle engineering and system integration

• Previous experience delivering DeltaV automation solutions within project-based environments