Automation Associate Principal SME - Global Engineering & Real Estate

AstraZeneca GmbH; Södertälje kommun; Vor Ort; SEK 750.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AstraZeneca GmbH in Södertälje is seeking a driven Automation Associate Principal Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join the Operations Technology team. This role involves defining OT scope for Global Engineering projects and driving the digital transformation journey by implementing Industry 4.0 technologies.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and subject matter expertise in SCADA/PLC or DCS, along with proficiency in both Swedish and English. Join us to make a real difference in delivering transformative medicines!

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree (equivalent experience will be considered) in an Engineering related discipline.
• Subject Matter Expertise of either SCADA/PLC or DCS to include specification, procurement, installation, start-up, and commissioning.
• Experience in one or more of integrating with IT Systems.

Aufgaben

• Define OT scope within Global Engineering projects.
• Drive the digital transformation of assets by implementing Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Manage delivery of the OT-aspects of Global Engineering projects globally.

Kenntnisse

SCADA/PLC or DCS expertise

IT and OT architectures

OT cybersecurity understanding

Excellent communication skills

Fluent in Swedish and English

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Warehouse Control Systems

Robotics

Jobbeschreibung

With science at its heart, this is the place where breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicines – for the world’s most complex diseases. In our dynamic environment, be supported by the brightest minds working together side by side.

We are looking for adriven and forward-thinking Automation Associate Principal Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join the Operations Technology and Connectivityteam within Global Engineering & Real Estate. Global Engineering & Real Estate is a global function responsible for ensuring that the company’s physical facilities, technical infrastructure, and capital projects support both current and future business needs.

From early concept design through to implementation, you will provide technical leadership, influence key decisions, and work with stakeholders across sites, projects, IT, operations, quality, and external partners to deliver world-class Operational Technology (OT) solutions.

You will also be at the forefront of our digital transformation journey, applyingIndustry 4.0 technologiesto help createSmart Factoriesand enable our vision ofAutonomous Manufacturing.

This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic impact, technical excellence, and global collaboration in a role that directly supports our mission of delivering medicines to patients.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Define Operational Technology (OT) scope within Global Engineering projects:

  • Work with site and project stakeholders to ensure alignment with project scope.

  • Provide technical leadership and design assurance overview during capital project design - from concept through to detailed design and equipment/system selection.

  • Communicate site and project requirements to vendors.

  • Ensure that systems are specified and delivered in alignment with AZ’s global automation strategy.

  • Drive the digital transformation of our assets by implementing Industry 4.0 technologies to establish Smart Factories and Autonomous Manufacturing.

• Manage delivery of the OT-aspects of Global Engineering projects in EMEA and globally:

  • Work effectively with local and internationally-located peer engineers to deliver complex projects in a dynamic team environment.

  • Manage Outside Service Partners (OSPs - contractors) within the OT team.

• Establish strong and positive partnerships with:

  • Project Managers, Project Technical Managers, and vendors during all phases of projects.

  • Site Manufacturing Operations and Quality teams: to ensure quality and security of supply to our patients.

  • Site and Global IT: to ensure alignment of data standards and infrastructure to enable AstraZeneca’s Autonomous Manufacturing vision.

  • Global Engineering team: to both champion and learn from best practices.

Essential Requirements – Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (equivalent experience will be considered) in an Engineering related discipline.

• Subject Matter Expertise of either SCADA/PLC or DCS to include specification, procurement, installation, start-up, and commissioning.

• Experience in one or more of the following:

  • IT and OT architectures for manufacturing environments

  • Integration with IT Systems

  • Warehouse Control Systems, AGVs, Robotics

  • Understanding of OT cybersecurity

  • Engineering standards development and governance

• Excellent communication skills including an ability to engage honestly and influentially with internal and external business leaders and partners.

• Fluent Swedish and English.

Advantageous to have experience of

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing areas including API, Biotechnology, Oral Solid Dosage, Formulation and Fill, Packaging, Medical Devices.

• Current GMP regulations and an understanding of regulatory agency expectations and current industry practices. Experience from a different, non-Pharma, regulated industry would also be relevant.

Why AstraZenecaAt AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges.

There’s no better time to join our global, growing enterprise as we lead the way for healthcare and society.

Are you ready to make a difference? Great, because we can’t wait to hear from you! We look forward to your application no later than June 28, 2026.

Date Posted

29-maj-2026

Closing Date

28-juni-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.