Novartis
Sr. Automation Engineer – DeltaV
$108K–$202K
Durham · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 15, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years supporting GMP pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations; or equivalent experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical field; or equivalent experience.
About the job
Leads and supports DeltaV and related automation systems for GMP manufacturing, from design and implementation through validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
What you'll do
- Design, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize DeltaV systems; support the full automation lifecycle.
- Lead automation projects through commissioning, qualification, and handover, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Investigate deviations, support CAPA, maintain technical documentation, and ensure GMP, FDA, and data integrity compliance.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- Hands-on experience programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining DeltaV DCS systems.
- Experience supporting SCADA, HMI, PLC, BMS, and manufacturing automation in a regulated environment.
- Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and 21 CFR Part 11; experience with validation, qualification, and lifecycle management.
Pay
$108,500.00 - $201,500.00 USD base salary
Tools
DeltaV, SCADA, HMI, PLC, BMS
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