Associate Director - Automation
Core
Lead Operational Technology (OT) strategy and automation for a new biologics manufacturing campus, enabling autonomous manufacturing and smart factory capabilities.
Role type
Senior IC automation program leader (Associate Director)
Builds
End-to-end Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) manufacturing capabilities including small molecule API, large molecule mAb, conjugation, fill-and-finish, and packaging.
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
OT strategy and architecture, SCADA/PLC/DCS expertise, IT/OT cybersecurity, project management, change management, team leadership, lean operations, regulatory compliance (cGMP/FDA), validation (FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ), supplier management, digital/AI enablement.
Preferred skills
Post-graduate engineering or business qualification, digital/autonomous roadmap implementation, facility startup and ops preparation.
Technologies
SCADA, PLC, DCS, AI tools, automation dashboards
Responsibilities
Define OT strategy and engineering approaches; manage high-impact automation projects from concept to qualification; collaborate with Global Engineering and IT on data standards; act as technical advisor for complex issues; control cost, capacity, and performance metrics; develop standards for technical excellence and regulatory compliance; lead validation activities (FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ); support expansion projects and change enablement; use AI and digital tools to improve efficiency and reporting; coach automation engineers and build team culture; drive continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
