Group Lead, Process Automation

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Group Lead, Process Automation to join our dedicated team at our office located in Cary, North Carolina.

In this role, you will provide the IPS project team with technical leadership and automation expertise and instrumentation support for the design, engineering, construction, and qualification of Pharmaceutical and Biotech-related projects.

You will also provide Automation engineering support in the following:

Leadership

• Develops project execution plans (budget, milestones, deliverables, and staffing plans) and manages work in accordance with those plans to deliver the project on time, on budget, and of the highest quality.
• Demonstrate subject matter expertise by developing department standards and improving existing work practices.
• Progressive ability and aptitude to develop and mentor junior staff members.

Conceptual Design

• Leads client in strategic evaluations to develop concepts supported by engineering studies for expanding, improving or automating existing facilities.
• Working with clients, other IPS disciplines, and vendors to develop complete Automation solutions.
• Consulting on the proper adoption of the ISA S95 levels to meet the client's needs now and in the future.
• Basis of Design
• Coordinates with project managers to determine project scope, complexity, and schedule for project development.
• Writes scope of work for process, utilities, and manufacturing controls based on preliminary reviews with the client.
• Reviewing and advising the client on design decisions and capturing all pertinent decisions in project reports.

Detailed Design

• Actively collaborate with the process design and project teams to support execution of successful project studies.
• Develop the design and specifications for DCS, PLC, and SCADA-based process control systems for IPS clients and projects.
• Perform automation-related job functions as assigned, including I/O lists, Instrumentation lists, and the specification of instrumentation and control element.

Construction Assistance

• Support IQ/OQ development and participate in systems analysis, validation, and verification.
• Identify, qualify, and collaborate with third-party system integrators as necessary to support project and company business objectives.
• Work with end users and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM's) to coordinate application of automation products.

• 15+ years of diversified engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of industry requirements and applications within the Process Automation market.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering - ME/EE//ChemE/Automation/Manufacturing - or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with industrial process control system including DCS, PLC, and SCADA-based systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience with Pharmaceutical process instrumentation.
• Active participation in relevant professional associations preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting.
• Experience with the development of control system network architectures.
• Experienced with ISA standards and the interpretation of P&I drawings.
• Experience with the development of cGMP and GAMP automation lifecycle documents.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and presence to deal effectively with senior-level contacts.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.

Context, Environment & Safety

• Travel based on the project location.

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.

• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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