Pharma Automation Lead: Smart Manufacturing & Innovation

SRG; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Engineering Automation Lead to join its Barnard Castle manufacturing site. This position focuses on driving automation and smart manufacturing technologies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and proven experience in leading teams, along with strong technical knowledge of automation systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of ISA standards.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a site-wide automation strategy.
• Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers.
• Design and implement automation systems including PLCs and SCADA.

Skills

Automation strategy development

Leadership

GMP compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Automation, Control, Electrical, Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

DCS

HMI

Job description

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Engineering Automation Lead to join its Barnard Castle manufacturing site. This position focuses on driving automation and smart manufacturing technologies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and proven experience in leading teams, along with strong technical knowledge of automation systems and processes.