Director, Global Automation Engineering
Core
Enterprise authority for automation architecture, process control systems, and digital infrastructure across a global pharmaceutical manufacturing network, driving the 'Factory of the Future' vision.
Role type
Director, Global Automation Engineering (Strategic IC & Leadership)
Builds
Enterprise automation strategy, capital projects, and digital infrastructure for pharmaceutical manufacturing
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial Automation / OT/IT Convergence
Required skills
Enterprise automation strategy, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), batch automation, SCADA, OSI-PI, Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), OT cybersecurity, data integrity (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP 5), capital project governance, vendor qualification, global team leadership, regulatory compliance (GxP, ISPE, ISA)
Preferred skills
Biologics and small molecule manufacturing experience, Master's degree in engineering
Technologies
DCS, PLC, SCADA, OSI-PI, MES, ERP, Cloud-based data solutions
Responsibilities
Define and evolve enterprise automation strategy; exercise Design Authority for automation and digital systems; lead owner-side oversight for automation scope on capital projects; own end-to-end automation architecture and technical governance; build and lead a globally distributed enterprise team; provide enterprise-wide governance and audit support for automation systems
Seniority
Director, Enterprise Strategy & Leadership
