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... Engineering Intern at Cytiva (a Danaher company), you would help improve our DeltaV automation ... Our global teams work every day to solve the world's most complex challenges by developing tools ...

... Engineering Intern at Cytiva (a Danaher company), you would help improve our DeltaV automation ... Our global teams work every day to solve the world's most complex challenges by developing tools ...

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How much do day shift deltav automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for day shift deltav automation engineer in the United States is $107,126.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineer, you need a solid background in process control, instrumentation, and electrical engineering, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Expertise in Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems, proficiency with PLCs, SCADA, and relevant industry certifications like ISA CAP are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for success in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations in complex industrial environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineers and how can they be addressed?

Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineers often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex process control issues, coordinating with operations and maintenance teams during system upgrades, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards during daytime production hours. These challenges can be addressed by maintaining clear communication with cross-functional teams, keeping up-to-date with DeltaV system updates and best practices, and proactively participating in safety and process improvement meetings. Leveraging documentation and ongoing training also helps engineers stay prepared for unexpected issues that may arise during their shift.

What are Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineers?

Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineers are professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems using the DeltaV distributed control system, typically during daytime working hours. They play a key role in optimizing industrial processes in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and manufacturing by ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations. These engineers troubleshoot issues, configure control strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system performance. Their work helps maintain consistent production quality and supports regulatory compliance.

What is the difference between Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineer vs Day Shift PLC Programmer?

AspectDay Shift Deltav Automation EngineerDay Shift PLC Programmer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, DeltaV certification often preferredTechnical diploma or degree, PLC programming certifications
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, control rooms, automation systemsManufacturing floors, control panels, industrial settings
Industry UsageProcess industries like oil, gas, chemicalsManufacturing, automation, machinery industries
Common Search IntentAutomation system design, DeltaV expertisePLC programming, control system development

Both roles involve working with industrial control systems, but the Day Shift Deltav Automation Engineer focuses on designing and maintaining DeltaV automation systems, while the Day Shift PLC Programmer specializes in programming and troubleshooting PLCs. Understanding these differences helps employers and candidates find the right fit for their automation needs.

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Automation Engineer Senior, DeltaV/Rockwell PLCs/GMP - (JP15196)

Automation Engineer Senior, DeltaV/Rockwell PLCs/GMP - (JP15196)

3 Key Consulting

Simi Valley, CA

$42 - $52/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer Senior, DeltaV/Rockwell PLCs/GMP - (JP15196)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA.
Employment Type:  Contract
Business Unit: Advanced Technology and Automation
Duration: 3 years
Posting Date: 05/13/24
Pay Rate: $42 - $52/hour W2 with benefits
Notes: 
Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8am - 5:00pm
Must be willing to be on call - After hours support once every 4 weeks (Manufacturing calls that come in, resolve any issues that come up) - 1 call per week that their own (call is 2 hours)
3 Key Consulting is hiring a Senior Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company.
Job Description:
External Automation Engineer based in Thousand Oaks, California to augment our MCS F&E Automation team. This role will support ongoing biological processes by updating, maintaining, and improving DeltaV automation systems, and providing critical site support. The successful candidate must exhibit sound analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, exemplary communication and collaboration, and operational excellence. A proven ability to work in cross-functional teams is critical for this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
 
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Chemical Engineering or Biotech
    Engineering.
  • Extensive understanding and background in programming, design, installation and lifecycle
    management of manufacturing process controls, automation and field instrumentation
    technologies.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in developing process control strategies for New
    Product Introduction and New Technology Deployment for Clinical and Commercial Drug
    Substance Plant Operations.
  • Direct knowledge of Automation design, experience in process control engineering and
    troubleshooting with GMP biopharmaceutical production facility equipment/systems such
    as media, harvest, bioreactors, chromatography, vial filtration, and ultrafiltration/diafiltration,
    and integrating various OEM automation software.
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous improvements resulting in enhanced safety,
    system reliability, and productivity (e.g. cycle times, and reduced plant utilities usage etc.)
    related to Drug Substance Plant Operations.
  • 5+ years’ combined experience with the following:
    ○ Emerson Delta-V DCS system
    ○ Rockwell Automation SCADA and PLC Platform.
    Electronic Batch Reporting Systems Design and implementation
    experience.
    ○ Process Control Network design including network segregation
    ○ Process Control Systems: Virtual Infrastructure design and
    implementation and ability to perform advanced troubleshooting activities
    with IS.
    ○ System Integration using OPC, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus,
    and DeviceNet technologies.
    ○ Compliance and regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, ASTM 2500, S88, S95 and GAMP.
  • Experience in Capital Project Lifecycle Management: Conceptual Design, Scope and cost
    estimate development, business case development, detailed design, engineering and
    validation documentation and project execution.
  • The ideal individual must be a self-directed team player ready to mentor and develop
    engineering staff and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for
    effective decision-making.
  • Strong leadership, technical writing, and communication/presentation skills.
    Ability to perform independently, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project
    environments, and skilled in communication, facilitation, and collaboration.

Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team.
Top Must Have Skills:
- Working knowledge of Delta V, Rockwell PLCs, automation comm protocols.
- Working experience with GMP manufacturing
- Strong communication/collaboration skills with broad audience.
- Pharma experience and or Chemical Engineering knowledge – preferred
Day to Day Responsibilities:
 
  • Develop and maintain process control automation solutions utilizing DeltaV Distributed
    Control System (DCS), Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine
    Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA).
  • Lead and support functional area projects focused on improving process
    equipment/utilities/facilities -to- large/sophisticated capital projects to integrate new drug
    substance manufacturing technologies into clinical/commercial facility.
  • Lead/support technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on
    process control issues related to plant operations.
  • Lead and support new product introductions (NPI) or new technology introductions by
    performing automation engineering assessments, implementing automation system
    configuration changes and supporting engineering and process qualification runs as
    applicable.
  • Lead and Manage Day-to-day Operational Support including:
    ○ 24 x 7 Onsite/On Call: Day to Day Operational Support
    ○ Troubleshooting Support to Mfg. Operations
    ○ Automation System Administration
    ○Automation System Operating Systems (OS) and HotFix assessments
    and rollout
    ○ Daily manufacturing and engineering work center team meetings
    ○ Preventative and corrective maintenance
    ○ Automation System spare parts management
    ○ Purposeful Presence on the Floor (PPoF)
  • Provide Continuous Improvement initiatives including
    ○ Safety, Productivity and Reliability Improvements
  • Automation Business Process Improvements including departmental
    Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
    ○ Maintain Data Integrity Assessments with the current company and
    Industry standards
    ○ Collaborate with Drug Substance Plant network to enhance the automation design
    for Drug Substance Plant Operations

Interview process:
Virtual Interviews
1. Initial interview with hiring manager
2. Second interview team panel
3. Optional third interview with leadership
We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com.  If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.