IT Automation Engineering Specialist

End of 2024, Novo Nordisk acquired the manufacturing site Catalent Anagni S.r.l. with the ambition to expand our capacity to meet the needs of millions of patients. You will be part of a global team that will develop the pharma facilities of the future and work with advanced technology to rethink our fill & finish facilities.

Join our innovative team at Novo Nordisk, where your expertise in automation will drive efficiency and enhance our IT systems. We are looking for a proactive IT Automation Specialist who is passionate about leveraging technology to streamline operations and improve performance. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and cutting-edge environment, we want to hear from you!

The Position

In this role you will have the following responsibilities:

1. Design and implement automation solutions for IT and OT systems to enhance operational efficiency and minimize manual processes.
2. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for shop floor systems, ensuring high availability and performance.
3. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to execute IT/OT initiatives, meeting project scope, timelines, and milestones.
4. Facilitate communication and coordination among cross-functional teams, enforcing alignment on project objectives and compliance with regulatory standards.
5. Identify and mitigate operational continuity risks associated with IT/OT systems, ensuring seamless performance.

Qualifications

To be successful for this position, you have a Master’s degree in Information Technology, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in IT/OT/Automation, preferably in a pharmaceutical setting and cross-functional environment.

In addition, you have:

1. Proficient knowledge of GxP regulations, Data Integrity, and IT automation management tools (e.g., Aveva PI, Tracelink).
2. Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
3. Fluency in both spoken and written Italian and English.
4. Ability to work collaboratively within teams and manage stakeholder engagement while fostering a constructive team environment.

About The Department

The IT Anagni department is responsible for supporting IT systems and IT network and infrastructure. Located at our Anagni Site, the department focuses on both business end user PCs and Manufacturing systems assuring that these operate as per their design, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and contributing to process improvement initiatives. Join us and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in manufacturing operations. You will join a team of 10 fantastic professionals in various roles reporting directly into the IT site manager. The team has SMEs for Network, IT infrastructure, IT/OT systems, Automation systems, ERP, Quality systems, Logistic, Compliance, and Data Integrity.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop; we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact

If you believe you are qualified and cannot wait to take the challenge, please upload your CV and relevant documentation directly via our online application tool. Since we are a global team, only applications in English will be taken into consideration.

Deadline

Apply before 9 may 2025. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world, and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve, and the communities we operate in. Together, we’re life-changing.