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The Delta V Lead - Permanent Contract opportunity

The Delta V Lead - Permanent Contract opportunity

Ireland Posted 2025-04-17

The Delta V Lead - Permanent Contract opportunity

Reporting to the AIS Associate Director, the Delta V Lead will be responsible for the site DeltaV systems and will support complex and challenging initiatives, develop automation strategies, plan and execute system roadmaps and support new technology deployment in alignment with Corporate platform leads. The Delta V Lead will work closely with multiple disciplines, including manufacturing, process engineering, process development, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and validation to implement operational improvements.

Department Description

As a Delta V Lead you’ll be joining an organization where people of all backgrounds and experiences are respected, and where we work together focused on changing lives.

This role will report the AIS Associate Director.

Your Responsibilities

Provide system administration and ownership support for Delta V and Utility systems. Support includes:
Infrastructure and networking architecture
User Access
Patching, Security and Compliance
Optimal performance for Delta V control system (software/hardware) reliability
End-User interface
Provide technical support to commercial and clinical manufacturing as needed, specific to process control and automation infrastructure.
Lead technical root cause analysis, incident investigations and troubleshooting issues related to electrical, instrumentation and equipment control systems
Develop, organize, analyse, and present results for operational issues and projects of moderate scope and complexity.
Lead and support system improvements, development of detailed specification, engineering documents, and standard operating procedures
Support new product introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes and supporting engineering runs
Communicate proactively with supervisor and support staff, highlighting issues and proposing solutions.
Manage and maintain software system licenses and support/maintenance contract renewals.
Apply software updates, patches, and hot-fixes as required to keep automation engineering computer systems running efficiently with minimal downtime.
System owner responsibilities such as change control, maintenance, backup/restore and disaster recovery and regulatory compliance.
Support a safe working environment by complying with all pertinent environmental health/safety practice, rules and regulations
Perform all duties in accordance with GMP requirements, SOPs and controlled documents
Flexibility to take on additional tasks and responsibilities at the discretion of the AIS Associate Director.
Will act as a role model for the Engineering function and also the wider organisation in adherence to the WuXi corporate core values and PROUD culture.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate for this position, will have the following:

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotech Engineering or related life science engineering

Knowledge/Experience:

Required:

Ability to create, update and read P&IDs, instrumentation and electrical design packages including SDS, URS, IQ, OQ and VSR among other engineering and validation documentation.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in automation engineering in a manufacturing support environment with at least 3 years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries.
Direct hands on experience with lifecycle management of DeltaV software, hardware and infrastructure with extensive understanding and background in design, programming and installation
Experience in Drug Substance Operations with Mammalian Cell Culture, Protein Purification, Media and Buffer Preparation, Clean Utilities, CIP, SIP and Production Services.
Direct experience in process control engineering and troubleshooting with bioreactors, centrifuges, chromatography columns and systems, and/or ultrafiltration/diafiltration systems.
Strong process control systems automation background.
Strong network architecture or engineering proficiencies including TCP/IP, Routing
Switching, Network IDS/IPS, Active Directory, Domain Integration and Firewalls
Experience with Tech Transfer, Process Design, and Commissioning
Experience with validation and change control methodology
Experienced in change control, non-conformance, corrective and preventative actions, and validation practices.
Familiarity with industry standards for batch control systems, software development life cycle methodologies, 21 CFR Part 11, and GAMP.
In-depth knowledge in programing language (e.g. VBA).
Familiarity with OSI PI Historian.
Understanding of Operational Excellence and Lean Transformation in the Automation and Engineering context.

Preferred:

Knowledge of ASTM 2500, ISA S88 and S95 techniques. - Batch processing a desired advantage.

Personal skills:

Required:

Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making
Ability to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information.
Ability to translate strategic opportunities and emerging technology solutions into tangible pragmatic executable plans
Ability to constructively challenge, defend and present technical aspects of system design
Ability to influence the development of business area strategy and AIS strategy where appropriate
Independent, self-motivated, organized, able to multi-task in project environments and skilled in communication and collaboration
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Collaborative and inclusive approach to work and your colleagues.
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Flexible approach to work and a positive attitude will be a good fit within the team dynamic.
Engage cross functionally in conjunction with a site-based team.
Autonomous and a self-starter who will use their initiative to drive actions forward.
Demonstrate strong ethics in adhering to company procedures and policies, regulatory standards, and our customers’ expectations

As we extend our global reach, we need colleagues interested in change, in challenge, and in building a new future together. Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential!

If you have the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and feel that the moment has come for you to be part of such an exciting journey towards accomplishing our mission - Any drug can be made, and any disease can be treated - don’t miss out on this opportunity to join us and reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential.

Apply now!

Would you like to know more before you apply? Please visit us at https://www.wuxibiologics.com/join-us/ or contact us via talentacquisition@wuxibiologics.com

WuXi Biologics is an equal opportunities employer

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