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Lead controls engineer

Cognify Global
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026

This role is fully remote, however requires a few days on site a month in Richmond, VA

Automation Area Leadership:

• BS Engineering (or equivalent experience)

• 8 years working Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry (preferably in API/bulk manufacturing)

• 3 years’ experience in the area he will be managing

• Previous Pharmaceutical Automation Large Project/Program experience/expertise

• 5 years’ experience in DeltaV Batch DCS

• Preferably, previous experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs

• Exceptional teamwork abilities

• Strong knowledge of GMPs, regulatory requirements, and computer system validation principles

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences


*candidates have to be a green card holder or US Citizen*

Salary : $120,000 - $180,000

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