Associate Automation Engineer

Novo Nordisk A/S; Powhatan (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pay and annual performance-bon

14 paid holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance – effective day one

8% 401K contribution with company-math

14 weeks parental leave & 6 weeks paid

Access to Novo Nordisk products

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is expanding its Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx) and seeking an automation professional to improve the reliability of process control systems across aseptic production and related areas. You will design, plan and implement automation solutions while collaborating with operations, quality and IT to meet regulatory needs.

Join a global company committed to long-term health, with strong benefits, career growth and a focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Associate’s degree in engineering with two years of related experience considered.
• Experience with PLC, DCS/SCADA, MES, Oracle, and MS SQL advantageous.
• Technical/Process/Functional knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve reliability of process control systems to meet requirements.
• Coordinate plans with operations schedules and teams.
• Develop and implement automation standards and maintenance plans.
• Assist in coaching and training colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ensure activities align with quality-first mindset and compliance.
• Investigate process deviations and implement changes.
• Work with operations to identify process gaps and drive improvements.
• Support IT and local stakeholders with automation initiatives.

Skills

Process automation understanding

Problem-solving mindset

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate’s degree in engineering with 2 years experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years engineering experience

Tools

PLC

DCS/SCADA

MES

Oracle

MS SQL

Historian

Automation controls

Job description

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You will be joining Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx), which is responsible for all major expansion activities within aseptic production, solid dosage forms, finished products, fill & finish warehousing, and QC across all production areas in Product Supply. The area is anchored in Product Supply, Quality & IT, which globally employ approx. 20,000 of Novo Nordisk’s 50,000 employees.

FFEx is a newly established and growing area with the responsibility to design, plan, and build all new aseptic filling capacity across Novo Nordisk to serve the needs of millions of patients. We do it by rethinking our production facilities with the use of modern technology, as we are setting the standards for the aseptic production of the future. Facilities designed today which we will still be proud of 20 years from now. FF Expansions has a global approach, where you will be working with multiple sites and cultures across the world.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Life & Disability Insurance

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Work to improve reliability of the process control systems to meet current & projected customer, business & regulatory requirements.

Relationships

Reports to Manager, Senior Manager.

Essential Functions

• Support plans to maintain & improve process control systems
• Demonstrate awareness of systematic problem-solving in everyday life
• Schedule & execute plans in coordination with operations schedules
• Own self-development & initiative to build an understanding of automation applications & systems
• Adhere to the automation standards & implement the necessary changes to the automation-related specifications & maintenance plans
• Assist in coaching & training colleagues & stakeholders
• Operate in compliance with a quality first mindset
• Assist in implementing process changes & investigating process deviations
• Work closely with operations to identify process gaps & focus on continuous improvement
• Support corporate, PS, local IT & local stakeholder initiatives & projects
• Govern behaviour based on the Novo Nordisk Way
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related field of study from an accredited university required
• May consider an Associate’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited university with two (2) years of engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility &/or packaging systems required
• May consider a High School Degree/GED with four (4) years of engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility &/or packaging systems required
• Minimum of two (2) years engineering experience in process-based manufacturing, utility, &/or packaging systems preferred
• Technical/Process/Functional knowledge preferred
• Knowledgeable in the following technologies: PLC, DCS/SCADA, MES, Oracle, MS SQL (databases), Historian, general controls a plus

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.