Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:
- 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
- A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
- ENR Top 500 Firm
Primary Purpose
The DeltaV Technical Lead represents Wunderlich-Malec as a trusted technical advisor, leading automation solutions that deliver measurable value to clients. This role combines deep DeltaV expertise with project leadership to ensure high-quality outcomes, strong client alignment, and repeatable engineering excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall technical leadership for DeltaV systems, guiding decisions from early concept development through commissioning and project turnover
- Shape and influence the automation strategy and system design, ensuring scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions
- Lead the development and review of control system architectures, standards, and implementation approaches
- Oversee system build activities, including configuration, integration, and testing, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality expectations
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical challenges, driving resolution through structured problem-solving and collaboration
- Coordinate closely with client’s engineering, quality, IT, and operations teams to align automation deliverables with overall project goals
- Guide and mentor project team members and partners, promoting consistent engineering practices and technical excellence
- Engage with suppliers and integrators to ensure deliverables meet technical requirements, timelines, and performance expectations
- Maintain visibility into project execution risks and dependencies, proactively identifying and mitigating issues impacting delivery
- Support commissioning and startup efforts by ensuring systems are robust, compliant, and ready for operational use
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline is required
- Equivalent combination of education and progressive, hands-on automation experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
- Relevant industry training or certifications (e.g., Emerson DeltaV, ISA, or related automation certifications) are highly valued
- Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is considered a plus for candidates leading large-scale initiatives
Preferred Skills/Requirements
- Deep expertise in Emerson DeltaV platform, including advanced configuration, batch design, system integration, and lifecycle support
- Strong understanding of automation architecture within regulated manufacturing environments, including alignment with GxP and data integrity principles
- Experience leading or contributing to large-scale capital or brownfield automation projects, with exposure to full project lifecycle delivery
- Working knowledge of industry standards and frameworks such as ISA-88 (batch), ISA-95 (integration), and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
- Familiarity with system integration across plant systems, including PLCs, SCADA, MES, historians, and enterprise systems
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, influence engineering direction, and mentor less experienced engineers
- Strong problem-solving capability with the ability to navigate ambiguity and complex technical challenges in fast-paced project environments
- Experience supporting or leading commissioning, startup, and qualification activities, including turnover documentation and operational readiness
- Ability to effectively engage with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable outcomes
- Demonstrated capability in managing or supporting technical aspects of project execution, including risk identification, scope alignment, and deliverable quality
- Exposure to cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems, including role-based access, network segmentation, and system hardening
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute to technical documentation, standards development, and client deliverables
Travel & Work Environment
- Willingness to travel to client sites to support project execution, commissioning, and key project milestones
- Travel is expected to vary by project phase, typically ranging from 25–75%, with potential for higher on-site presence during critical delivery periods
- Flexibility to support engagements across North America, with occasional international travel as required
- Hybrid work environment when not on client site, with remote work options aligned to project needs
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial automation or systems integration, with a significant portion focused on DeltaV or comparable DCS platforms
- At least 5+ years in a technical leadership or lead engineer role, responsible for guiding design, execution, and delivery of automation solutions
- Proven experience delivering automation projects within life sciences or other regulated industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or medical devices
- Demonstrated track record supporting full project lifecycle execution, including design, configuration, testing, commissioning, and startup activities
- Experience working within structured development and validation frameworks, such as SDLC, CSV, and cGMP environments
- Background leading or coordinating cross-functional and geographically distributed teams, including internal engineering staff, contractors, and system integrators
- Hands-on experience with control system migrations, upgrades, or system expansions in operating facilities is highly desirable
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team development and technical capability growth
- Prior experience engaging directly with clients, including technical discussions, scope alignment, and issue resolution
*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.
Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D • Long Term Disability • Voluntary Short Term Disability • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Health Savings Account • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Program • 401(k)/Profit Sharing • 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Employee Assistance Program • Will Preparation Resources • Worldwide Travel Assistance
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