Senior Automation Lead – Pharma Manufacturing

SRG; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great compensation

Benefits

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical leader is seeking an experienced Engineering Automation Lead for its Barnard Castle site. This role involves developing automation strategies, leading a team of engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant engineering field, experience with Six Sigma methodologies, and knowledge of automation technologies such as PLCs and SCADA. The position offers a full-time contract at the mid-senior level in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Control, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with Six Sigma/Lean methodologies within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Hands-on experience with GAMP, CSV, cGMPs, and 21 CFR Part 11.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a site-wide automation strategy.
• Lead team of automation engineers and support maintenance technicians.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder engagement

Automation technology knowledge

Six Sigma/Lean methodologies

Education

Degree in Automation, Control, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

DCS

Job description

A global pharmaceutical leader is seeking an experienced Engineering Automation Lead for its Barnard Castle site. This role involves developing automation strategies, leading a team of engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant engineering field, experience with Six Sigma methodologies, and knowledge of automation technologies such as PLCs and SCADA. The position offers a full-time contract at the mid-senior level in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.