Automation Lead - GMP Manufacturing & Innovation

SRG; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to provide strategic direction and technical leadership in Barnard Castle. You will oversee the development and execution of automation strategies, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while mentoring a team of engineers. Successful candidates will have a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in automation and control systems, particularly within FDA-regulated environments. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering discipline required.
• Experience in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing is favorable.
• Strong technical knowledge of automation and control systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop site-wide automation strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor automation engineering team.
• Design and implement automation systems.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Control Engineering

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Automation, Control, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

DCS

GAMP

FDA regulations

Job description

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Lead Automation Engineer to provide strategic direction and technical leadership in Barnard Castle. You will oversee the development and execution of automation strategies, ensuring compliance with GMP standards while mentoring a team of engineers. Successful candidates will have a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in automation and control systems, particularly within FDA-regulated environments. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and quality.