Control Engineer

Position Overview: We are seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Controls Engineer to join our growing team in Indianapolis. This is a project-based, client-facing role working onsite within pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. Travel may occasionally be required (e.g., Raleigh, NC), but the role is primarily local to Indianapolis.Key Responsibilities• Design, develop, and support control systems within pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities• Program and configure Emerson DeltaV and/or Rockwell PLC platforms • Support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities• Collaborate with validation, quality, and operations teams• Review technical design documentation and test strategies• Support automated systems, including ASRS, conveyors, logistics platforms, and integrated systems• Function independently as a technical SME when required• Maintain compliance within structured GMP documentation environmentsRequired Qualifications• Direct experience in pharmaceutical / GMP-regulated manufacturing environments• Hands-on controls and automation experience inside operating pharma facilities• Experience working alongside validation / quality teams• Strong familiarity with structured compliance and documentation practices• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLC experience (required)• Emerson DeltaV experience (strongly preferred)• SCADA experience (FactoryTalk, Ignition, etc.)• Approximately 8+ years of relevant experience • Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis pharmaceutical facilitiesWhat We Are NOT Looking For• General manufacturing automation backgrounds without GMP exposure• Panel-only PLC programmers without pharmaceutical experience• Candidates requiring extensive training• Individuals who have only managed integrators without performing hands-on controls workWhy Join?• Primarily local role with limited travel• Exposure to complex pharmaceutical automation environments• Strong internal technical team support• Client-facing, high-impact project work • Growth opportunity within Life Sciences automation