DeltaV Automation Engineer (m/f)

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives.

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to support DeltaV-based manufacturing control systems in a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for an engineer with a solid Distributed Control System (DCS) background who is looking to further develop expertise in DeltaV, batch automation (ISA-88 principles), and manufacturing systems. While DeltaV experience is preferred, candidates with experience on Honeywell, Yokogawa, ABB, Siemens PCS7, or similar DCS platforms are encouraged to apply.

• →Support and maintain manufacturing automation systems.
• →Troubleshoot and modify batch applications, recipes, and control strategies.
• →Support DeltaV configuration, testing, and operational activities.
• →Investigate and resolve automation, hardware, and communication issues.
• →Work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support manufacturing.
• →Participate in commissioning, qualification, and change control activities.
• →Contribute to system improvements and continuous optimization initiatives.

• BSc/MSc degree in electrical engineering, automation, computer science, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with industrial DCS systems.
• DeltaV experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of batch automation concepts and ISA-88 standards.
• Experience troubleshooting automation applications and process control systems.
• Basic knowledge of automation hardware, controllers, I/O systems, and field instrumentation.
• Basic understanding of virtualized infrastructure
• Basic knowledge of industrial networking, including switches, firewalls, and network troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and domain administration.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as OPC, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, or AS-i.
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Technical documentation/report writing ability.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Fluent Croatian is preferred. 

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to take ownership.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willing to participate in shift work (morning and afternoon shifts during the batch production), after-hours support, and on-call rotations (for night shifts and holidays).