OT Automation Engineer

IT08 (FCRS = IT008) Novartis Farma S.p.A.; Torre Annunziata; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid work

14 weeks parental leave

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Job summary

Novartis is seeking an OT Automation Engineer in Torre Annunziata, Italy, to lead IT/OT integration across shop floor data flows. The role emphasizes middleware setup, data point definition, and interface qualification to ensure enterprise-level data availability.

Responsibilities include end-to-end IT/OT design, project execution, and collaboration with global sites to deliver compliant, scalable solutions. Strong English/Italian communication and manufacturing domain knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and collaboration across boundaries.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Ability to leverage digital technology and big data.
• Knowledge of IT/OT infrastructures and automation tools.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deliver and qualify IT/OT system solutions and integrations.
• Manage project lifecycle: budget, schedule and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver technical manufacturing site solutions.
• Ensure designs follow architecture and support operations of software/services.
• Facilitate peer reviews and obtain sign-off for designs.
• Consider user experience in solution design and implementation.
• Adhere to Security and Compliance policies.
• Support audits and maintain operations of global IT/OT solutions.
• Contribute to business case development.

Skills

communication

english

italian

collaboration

curiosity

Tools

SCADA

Historian

MES

OPC

MQTT

Job description

Salary Range: €45,300.00 - €84,100.00 Job Description Summary Location: Torre Annunziata (NA), Italy #LI-Hybrid 12 days/month in office Internal job title: Automation Engineer

This role is based in Torre Annunziata (NA), Italy. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

About the Role

As an OT Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the integration of shop floor equipment with IT and OT systems across various domains. Your main responsibility will be to ensure the efficient flow of data from the shop floor to the enterprise level. Working alongside a team of experts, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing the necessary middleware setup to facilitate data transfer. This will involve defining data points based on specific business requirements and industry best practices. In addition, you will oversee the configuration of end-to-end interfaces and conduct thorough interface qualification processes. Your goal will be to establish and maintain operational stability throughout the integration process. Your role will be instrumental in enabling the effective integration of shop floor equipment with IT and OT systems, ensuring accurate and reliable data availability at the enterprise level.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for detailed design, development, delivery and qualification of IT/OT system solutions and their integration for a given project / use case, in alignment defined solution architecture, and create the detailed process designs necessary to operate the solution on a day-to-day basis.
• Execute project related activities in accordance with the lifecycle, budget, schedule and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver technical solutions to manufacturing sites.
• Ensure designs produced adhere to solution architectural design, roadmap and support the development, execution and operations of software/service.
• Facilitate peer reviews and obtain business sign-off for detailed designs.
• Consider the overall user experience when designing and implementing solutions and services.
• Take accountability for adhering to Security and Compliance policies.
• Support internal and external audits, if necessary.
• Maintain stable operations for implemented global IT/OT solutions
• Contribute relevant inputs to the business case development process.

Essential Requirements

• 5+ years of technical experience in delivering global solutions to the customers, preferably in the aera of automation engineering in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of state of the art IT/OT infrastructures and architectures, IT/OT applications & tools.
• Knowledge of automation technologies and software platforms (e.g. SCADA, Historian, MES).
• Knowledge of industry standards and protocols for communication and data exchange in manufacturing operations (e.g. OPC, MQTT).
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and processes, with strong ability to leverage digital technology / big data.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Italian, with strong collaboration skills across boundaries and a curious mindset.

Desirable Requirements

• Working experience in a GxP environment.
• Experience in robotics.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: € 45,300 to € 84,100 The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.

In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis?

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives.

Accessibility and accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Skills Desired

Automation, Automation Testing, Robotics, Software Testing, Test Automation