Associate Director, Automation AMER
Core
Lead the design, implementation, and deployment of automation technologies for manufacturing life-changing therapies, supporting major capital projects and shaping global automation standards.
Role type
Associate Director, Automation Engineering (Site-based)
Builds
Large-scale CAPEX automation projects and electronic batch record systems
Domain
Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Project management, Leadership, Troubleshooting, MES implementation, PLC/DCS/SCADA systems, GMP compliance, Validation, Stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Advanced troubleshooting expertise, Continuous improvement initiatives
Technologies
Rockwell Automation, FactoryTalk, DCS, SCADA, PLC, MES, Historians
Responsibilities
Lead automation and MES workstreams for large-scale CAPEX projects; Manage cross-functional project teams; Direct design, development, and rollout of automation systems; Develop automation and electronic batch record standards; Oversee software development, testing, and validation; Support construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership oversight
