Global Automation Engineering & Technology Head
Core
Define and execute enterprise strategy for GxP manufacturing and laboratory digital systems (PCS, MES, OT Data Systems, LIMS), ensuring harmonized, compliant, and future-ready operations across global sites.
Role type
Senior IC strategy & operations leader (Global Automation Engineering & Technology Head)
Builds
Global OT platforms (DCS, MES, LIMS, OSI Pi) and digital manufacturing roadmaps for biopharma
Domain
Biopharma manufacturing / Operational Technology (OT)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
GxP regulatory compliance, OT strategy & roadmap definition, enterprise platform lifecycle ownership, Tier 1 capital project delivery, global team leadership, strategic supplier partnerships, cross-functional collaboration, innovation enablement, budget management
Preferred skills
ISA-88/95 standards expertise, digital twin implementation, AI/ML at the edge, industry thought leadership
Technologies
DCS, SCADA, MES, LIMS, OSI Pi, Edge computing, Cloud, Digital twins
Responsibilities
Define global OT strategy aligned with business goals; Provide lifecycle governance for Enterprise OT platforms; Lead OT governance structures and standards; Oversee Tier 1 capital projects and govern Tier 2/3 site projects; Build global OT organization and talent pipelines; Manage strategic partnerships with automation and integrator providers; Collaborate with I&T, Operations, and Quality to enable data-driven ecosystems; Pilot emerging OT technologies and scale validated solutions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
