Process Automation Consultant – Life Sciences

Emerson

Process Automation Consultant in Life Sciences for Emerson, leading the development and implementation of automation solutions for clients. Collaborating with teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Montana, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute the planning, design, implementation and testing of customer projects, throughout the different phases of the project, responsible for the technical scope, solution, and quality.
Work with customers to influence long-term automation plans and strategies, identify potential projects, explain Emerson products and services capabilities and frame those projects including financial justification.
Understand the project scope and financials to participate in the framing and quoting of projects to ensure successful project execution and Identify change orders and justify changes to Project Management; resolve issues and establish priorities.
Develop and improve processes, procedures and tools to be used in the execution of projects.
Develop detailed designs, implement and test DeltaV solutions that meet best practices of the industry and client requirements.
Lead, plan, coordinate and review the work of the project team members, acting as a mentor for individuals within the engineering organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or other technical field
10+ years of experience, with at least 5+ years working on complex batch control projects with DeltaV in the Life Sciences industry.
Professional image and ability to build relationships with customers.
Comfortable working in plant sites, and possess the ability to navigate staircases, ladders, scaffolding, and catwalks.
Willingness to travel to end user locations at least 25% of the year.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.
We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k).
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Recognition.
Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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Hard Skills & Tools

project planningproject designproject implementationproject testingDeltaV solutionsfinancial justificationprocess improvementdesign developmentautomation strategiesbatch control

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcustomer relationship buildingproblem solvingprioritizationcommunicationcollaborationinfluencingorganizational skillsadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering