Associate Director, Automation Engineering
Core
Lead an interdisciplinary engineering team to develop, validate, and deploy custom automation equipment and systems for cell and genetic therapy manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC automation engineering leader (manufacturing)
Builds
Custom automation equipment, operation technology systems, and manufacturing processes for cell and genetic therapies
Domain
Biotechnology / Cell & Genetic Therapy Manufacturing
Required skills
electromechanical design, robotics integration, vision systems, PLC/SCADA control systems, equipment validation, project management, team leadership, technical writing, risk-based validation, regulatory compliance (GMP/ISO)
Preferred skills
AI-enabled systems, AMR/AGV, single-use bioreactors, business case definition, vendor management
Technologies
PLC, DeltaV, PC, AI tools, Veeva, Coupa, MS Office
Responsibilities
Lead equipment and automation projects from concept to deployment; oversee design, commissioning, and qualification of mechanical/electrical/control systems; manage vendor selection and collaboration; integrate automation systems with enterprise systems; support Deviation Management, CAPA, and Change Control; develop departmental procedures and documentation; provide hands-on troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership