Senior Engineer DeltaV

Archer · Recruitment agency
Contract•Full-stack•Limerick, Ireland · Remote within Ireland
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Employment type
Contract
Workplace
Remote
Category
Full-stack

Technologies & skills

Primary technologies

PHP

What you'll be doing

Join a global biopharmaceutical leader as a Senior Automation Engineer (DeltaV) on a multi-year transformation programme in Limerick, Ireland. Work remotely or onsite, designing, implementing, and troubleshooting DeltaV automation systems to modernize manufacturing operations.

  • Design, implement and troubleshoot DeltaV automation systems
  • Support major automation and technology implementation projects

Key requirements

Must-have

  • Senior-level experience in Automation / Controls Engineering
  • Strong DeltaV experience

Role signals

Technical focus
automation
Hands-on vs management
Hands-on

Full job description

Senior Engineer DeltaV

  • Multi-Year Contract Role

  • Enterprise-scale transformation programme

  • Scale your career in a global environment

Join a global biopharmaceutical leader with a major manufacturing operation in Limerick and a strong presence across Ireland.

The Limerick site is embarking on a multi-year transformation programme, with significant investment in automation, technology and manufacturing capabilities. The programme will introduce new systems, modernise existing infrastructure and shape the future of the site.

We’re looking for a Senior Automation Engineer with strong DeltaV expertise to join the engineering team and play a key role in delivering this transformation.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and technology partners on complex, high-impact automation projects, helping to implement the systems and technologies that will support the site’s future operations.

Why You’ll Love This Job

  • Enjoy a flexible working setting, with the option to work from home and on-site at a major manufacturing facility in Limerick.

  • Work with advanced DeltaV technology in a complex, high-tech biopharmaceutical environment.

  • Be part of a major multi-year transformation and work on projects that will shape the future of the site.

What You’ll Do

  • Design, implement and troubleshoot DeltaV automation systems.

  • Support major automation and technology implementation projects.

What You Bring

  • Senior-level experience in Automation / Controls Engineering.

  • Strong DeltaV experience

For additional opportunities, visit the Archer Recruitment website.

Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the Senior Engineer DeltaV role focuses on designing, implementing, and troubleshooting DeltaV automation systems as part of a multi-year transformation at a major biopharmaceutical manufacturing site in Limerick.

  • DeltaV hands-on expertise·High
  • Project delivery in automation·High
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving·High

Only have 30 minutes?

Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

Start 30-minute prep

Your 30-minute plan

  1. Review DeltaV Technical Documentation

    0–8 min

    Refresh your knowledge of DeltaV system architecture, configuration, and troubleshooting tools.

  2. Prepare Project Examples

    8–15 min

    Select and outline 2-3 relevant automation projects, focusing on your role, challenges, and outcomes.

  3. Research Biopharmaceutical Automation Trends

    15–20 min

    Read recent articles or case studies on automation in pharma manufacturing to contextualize your experience.

  4. Draft Questions for the Interviewer

    20–25 min

    Prepare thoughtful questions about the transformation programme, team, and technical challenges.

  5. Practice STAR Responses

    25–30 min

    Rehearse structured answers to likely behavioral and technical questions using the STAR method.

Likely questions

, 6 items

Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

Talking points

, 5 items

  • DeltaV System Design and Implementation

    You will need to demonstrate your ability to architect and deploy DeltaV solutions in a manufacturing environment; prepare examples of past projects where you led or contributed to similar work.

  • Troubleshooting Complex Automation Systems

    The role requires resolving issues in DeltaV systems; be ready to discuss specific troubleshooting challenges you've faced and how you resolved them.

  • Supporting Large-Scale Automation Projects

    You will support major technology implementation projects; prepare to describe your experience working on multi-disciplinary teams and delivering automation solutions at scale.

  • Collaboration with Engineering and Technology Partners

    The listing mentions working alongside experienced engineers and partners; have examples ready of effective cross-functional collaboration in technical environments.

  • Adapting to New and Modernized Infrastructure

    The transformation involves new systems and modernization; discuss how you approach learning and integrating new technologies into existing operations.

What to research

, 4 items

  • DeltaV System Architecture and Capabilities

    Review the core components, configuration, and advanced features of DeltaV automation systems.

  • Recent Automation Projects in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

    Prepare examples from your experience or research recent case studies relevant to large-scale automation in pharma.

  • Best Practices for Automation Project Delivery

    Refresh your knowledge on methodologies and tools for delivering automation projects in regulated environments.

  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics in DeltaV

    Brush up on systematic approaches and tools for diagnosing and resolving DeltaV system issues.

Questions to ask

, 6 items
  1. What are the main goals and milestones for the transformation programme at the Limerick site?

    Why ask this? To understand the broader context and expectations for the role.

  2. How is the engineering team structured, and how does this role interact with other departments or technology partners?

    Why ask this? To clarify collaboration and reporting lines.

  3. What are the biggest technical challenges currently faced with DeltaV systems at the site?

    Why ask this? To identify immediate priorities and areas where your expertise can add value.

  4. What is the process for introducing and validating new automation technologies in this regulated environment?

    Why ask this? To understand compliance and change management expectations.

  5. How is success measured for this role and for the automation projects overall?

    Why ask this? To align your contributions with organizational goals.

  6. Are there opportunities for professional development or involvement in future phases of the transformation?

    Why ask this? To gauge long-term growth and learning potential.

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