Commissioning Lead – DeltaV Process System Migration
About this role
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
Company at a glance
We are consultants in Life Science and Management
Whether customers or colleagues, our basic philosophy is always “people first”. We have extensive know-how and a solid background, alongside a powerful desire to drive change initiatives. We boost our customers’ competitiveness by always starting with business benefits. We put people first and know that all individuals have the potential to further develop and improve in their business operations.
Our values
- People first
- Quality and Value
- Pride in our work
Our services
- Consultants in Life Science and Management
- Digital Platform for Visualisation and Teamwork
We are always on the lookout for new talent to enhance our team. If you have an engineering or science degree plus professional experience in the pharmaceutical, automotive, medtech or food industries and are looking for new challenges, you are welcome to submit your application. At WeQuel, you get the space you need to become the best possible version of yourself, supported by coaches.
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