Site Automation Leader
Core
Lead the Automation Engineering organization for Drug Product manufacturing operations, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of automation systems supporting Compounding, Filling, Inspection, Assembly & Packaging.
Role type
Senior IC Site Automation Leader (Strategy & Operations)
Builds
Automation platforms, Smart Factory initiatives, Robotics/AI/Vertical Integration projects, and high-performing engineering teams
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial Automation / Digital Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
OT/Industrial Automation strategy, PLC/SCADA/HMI/OT infrastructure, MES/Electronic Batch Records/Review by Exception, GMP/GxP/CSV/Data Integrity, People leadership (10+ years exp), Capital project management, AI/Advanced analytics, Stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Robotics, AGVs/AMRs, Machine vision, Power BI, Manufacturing data platforms
Technologies
PLC, SCADA, HMI, MES, Electronic Batch Records, Review by Exception (RbE), Power BI, AI, Robotics, AGVs/AMRs, Machine vision
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Senior Automation Engineers, Automation Engineers, and Automation Technicians; Define and execute the site automation strategy and technology roadmap; Ensure high availability and reliability of automation systems and lead root cause investigations; Lead automation engineering resources in capital investment projects and strategic business initiatives; Ensure all automation systems remain compliant with GMP, Data Integrity, and cybersecurity requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
