Nikhil Raut
Ratoath,Ireland
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in DCS systems, specialising in Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell EPKS, and Schneider Electric Foxboro. Proficient in implementing ISA-88 batch standards and ensuring regulatory compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, cGMP, and GAMP. Skilled in SCADA systems such as Wonderware and adept at utilising reporting tools like XL Reporter and OSI PI for data analysis. Experienced in document management using Agile Doc Server, Veeva Vault, and Kneat. Demonstrates strong knowledge of communication protocols including Modbus TCP, Profibus DP, and Foundation Fieldbus. Committed to leveraging advanced ALM tools to enhance operational efficiency while pursuing opportunities for continuous professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior DeltaV DCS Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Dublin, Ireland
2022.11 - Current
- Project: Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) — Batch Pharma
- Feb 2025 – Present
- Configure and test Equipment Modules (EM), Phases, and Recipes as per ISA-88 standards
- Change Control implementation in compliance with GMP guidelines
- Support commissioning activity
- Project: Eli Lilly — Batch Pharma (VFAT Onsite / Dublin Office)
- Sept 2023 – Feb 2025
- Led Distributed Site Acceptance Testing (DSAT) execution as team lead
- Supported vendor FAT for Single-Use Bioreactor (SUB) systems with third-party communication (Turck & DeltaV integration)
- Designed and tested Phases and Recipes; managed punch list recording and closure
- Conducted functional testing for SUB systems ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Project: MSD Dunboyne — Batch Pharma (Sustenance Team)
- Nov 2022 – Sept 2023
- Witnessed and supported SFAT and SDFAT activities
- Performed User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for Upstream and Downstream processes
- Updated and tested Batch Database Configurations; reviewed and approved ACPs and TERs
- Developed SOPs and Work Instructions for Filter Integrity Tester, OSI PI, and Agile Doc System
- Configured IO Cart Hirschmann switch settings; provided operational team technical support
DeltaV DCS Engineer
JSat Automation
Pune, US
2021.08 - 2022.10
- Project: Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), USA — Batch Pharma
- May 2022 – Oct 2022
- Collaborated with clients to define requirements for migrating Syncade recipes to DeltaV recipes
- Developed and documented prototype configurations for recipe migration
- Project: Takeda, USA — Batch Pharma
- Aug 2021 – May 2022
- Provided technical estimates and insights during customer and internal team meetings
- Configured and tested Equipment Modules (EM), Interlocks, and Force Set Points
- Designed Batch without Batch (BwB) databases; developed Detail Design Specifications (DDS)
- Executed Remote FAT with customer stakeholders
DCS Engineer
Honeywell Process Solutions
Pune, Kazakhstan
2019.09 - 2021.08
- Performed database implementation and logic development using Honeywell EPKS
- Raised and implemented Technical Queries (TQs) with client teams
- Conducted Internal FAT and Remote FAT with customers
- Developed and tested graphics in compliance with project standards
DeltaV DCS Engineer
Emerson Automation Solutions
Pune, India
2017.05 - 2019.08
- Project: Wilmar / Desmet Ballestra Group — Batch (Food Processing)
- March 2018 – August 2019
- Designed and configured Batch and non-Batch databases, including EM and Interlock logic
- Delivered Remote FAT and prepared Detail Design Specifications (DDS)
- Engaged with customers for requirements gathering and technical reviews
- Project: KOC Sabriya, Kuwait — Oil & Gas
- October 2017 – February 2018
- Performed Validation & Verification (V&V) of DCS databases; developed control logic and graphics
- Executed loop checks for all hardwired I/Os and provided FAT customer support
- Delivered DCS commissioning support across Oil, Gas, and SRU units
- Project: Torrent Pharma, Dahej — Batch Pharma
- June 2017 – December 2017
- Configured and tested Batch databases, EMs, Sequences, and Ethernet IO (EIOC) modules
DCS Engineer
Schneider Electric
Jamnagar, India
2014.11 - 2017.04
- Conducted Validation & Verification (V&V) of DCS databases and generated customer queries
- Allocated Hardwired I/Os and prepared Cabinet Design Layouts
- Generated Bulk Engineering Databases and developed open-loop control logic from P&IDs
- Conducted loop checking for all hardwired I/Os; participated in FAT and punch resolution
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Instrumentation Engineering
S.G.G.S. Institute of Engineering & Technology
Vishnupuri, Nanded, IndiaSkills
- Category: DCS Systems
- Tools / Technologies: Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell EPKS, Schneider Electric Foxboro
- Batch Standards: ISA-88 (S-88), Batch without Batch (BwB)
- Regulatory Compliance: 21 CFR Part 11, cGMP, GAMP, IQ/OQ, ANSI/ISA-95
- SCADA: Wonderware
- Reporting & Data: XL Reporter (SyTech), OSI PI
- Document Management: Agile Doc Server, Veeva Vault, Kneat
- ALM Tools: ALM (Application Lifecycle Management)
- Communication Protocols: Modbus TCP, Profibus DP, Foundation Fieldbus
- Other Tools: Filter Integrity Tester, Syncade
Websites
Certification
- DeltaV 7016 — Batch Implementation Training (Emerson)
- DeltaV 7009 — Advanced Training (Emerson)
- DeltaV 7018 — Hardware Training (Emerson)
- Foxboro DCS — Technical Training (Schneider Electric)
- EPKS Qualification — Training (Honeywell)
- Syncade — Recipe Automation On-the-Job Training
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- 10+ years of DCS/Automation Engineering across global projects (Ireland, USA, India, Kuwait, Kazakhstan)
- Deep expertise in pharmaceutical batch automation and regulatory compliance
- Experience managing multiple customer accounts simultaneously
- Delivered projects from FEED through SAT and FSO as a Lead Engineer
- Worked with top-tier clients: BMS, Eli Lilly, MSD, Takeda, Wilmar, KOC, TCO
Timeline
Senior DeltaV DCS Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
2022.11 - Current
DeltaV DCS Engineer
JSat Automation
2021.08 - 2022.10
DCS Engineer
Honeywell Process Solutions
2019.09 - 2021.08
DeltaV DCS Engineer
Emerson Automation Solutions
2017.05 - 2019.08
DCS Engineer
Schneider Electric
2014.11 - 2017.04
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Instrumentation Engineering
S.G.G.S. Institute of Engineering & Technology