Job description
Commissioning Lead – Emerson DeltaV Process System Migration (Pharma) Assignment Overview We are looking for a senior Commissioning Lead to support a large-scale process control system migration project in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The assignment is fully on-site and involves leading commissioning activities within a defined process area in a complex production facility.
You will take ownership of your scope from planning through execution, working closely with CQV, Automation, and Operations in a cross-functional project organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate commissioning activities within an assigned process area Define and execute a risk-based test strategy based on process requirements and functional design specifications Perform functional and scenario-based testing across multiple software and batch control levels Identify, document, and track issues and deviations Coordinate re-testing and verification of fixes together with Automation and CQV teams Support development and execution of IQ/OQ test scripts Participate in operational test runs and performance qualification activities Support operators during test execution and handle deviations Provide structured daily status reporting and risk escalation Plan test windows and resource needs for your commissioning scope Required Experience Proven experience commissioning pharmaceutical or API manufacturing facilities Strong background in DCS / PLC / SCADA systems in regulated environments Experience working in large and complex plant environments Good knowledge of GMP and data integrity principles (ALCOA+) Familiar with change control, deviation handling, and qualification processes Hands-on DeltaV experience is strongly preferred Ability to troubleshoot and verify control system configuration efficiently Personal Profile Proactive and self-driven Clear and structured communicator Analytical and solution-oriented Comfortable balancing quality, timeline, and risk in GMP projects Effective in cross-functional project teams