DeltaV System Administrator 1670

About SimoTech

SimoTech provides manufacturing automation and IT systems engineering, project management and validation services. We partner with life sciences companies to design, build, operate and optimise critical process automation systems that deliver fast track project delivery, operational efficiency, improve manufacturing agility and achieve regulatory compliance.

Why SimoTech

What is it like to work at SimoTech? With a strong collaborative teamwork culture based on respect, trust and excellence, we play a critical partnering role to our clients’ life-changing supply of products to patients. In return, there is excellent salary, benefits, career progression, educational support and much more.

DeltaV System Administrator 1670

SimoTech have an opportunity for an experienced DeltaV System Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be a key player in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of automated process operations by focusing on system configuration, troubleshooting, and providing technical support.

Working on site at a large-scale biopharmaceutical facility in Cork, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and optimising the DeltaV system, ensuring the smooth operation and optimisation of critical automation systems, all while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the DeltaV system, ensuring

optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with site protocols and GMP standards.

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues,

and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime and enhance reliability.

• Perform system updates and maintenance, including

software upgrades, user account management, patching and configuration of servers, workstations, and switches.

• Develop and modify control logic, graphics and

configurations to meet evolving process and operational requirements.

• Ensure the security and integrity of DeltaV systems

by implementing and monitoring cybersecurity measures.

• Implement and maintain alarm management strategies

in line with industry standards.

• Participate in the planning and execution of

projects involving DeltaV, including upgrades, expansions and new system installations.

• Collaborate with vendors, contractors and internal

teams to ensure project success.

• Maintain detailed documentation of system

configurations, changes and troubleshooting activities.

• Support audits and reviews by providing necessary

documentation and system details.

• Develop and deliver training materials to Operators

and other stakeholders on DeltaV systems.

• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices and

new developments related to Emerson DeltaV and process automation.

Key Requirements

• 3rd level Degree in Engineering or similar, or relevant work experience.

• Emerson DeltaV System Administration

certification.

• 3+ years’ experience with DeltaV DCS in a

process automation life science manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in Emerson DeltaV configuration,

administration and troubleshooting.

• Good understanding of control system

architectures, field instrumentation and industrial communication protocols (e.g., HART, Foundation Fieldbus, OPC and Modbus).

• Technical proficiency in areas such as Windows

Server administration, cybersecurity best practices, network configurations and database management.

• Ability to manage

multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Willingness to be

on-call for system support outside of normal working hours.

• Emerson DeltaV Certification in Emerson HCI and virtualisation is

highly beneficial.

Benefits

What SimoTech Can Offer

• Role

provides a high degree of autonomy to allow the successful candidate to reach their full potential.

• Develop

new skills and enhance technical ability by working with innovative technologies in a multi-disciplined environment.

• Opportunity

to work with large corporate clients on exciting capital projects.