Director, Automation

Scorpion Therapeutics; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Director of Automation to oversee global automation systems in manufacturing, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient process control operations. The role involves leading a virtual community of automation experts, setting strategic programs, and supporting site automation teams.

Travel up to 20% internationally, report to senior management, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering.
• 15+ years in Automation Engineering with large initiatives or capital projects.
• At least 5 years leading regional or global teams.
• Deep expertise in distributed control systems, SCADA, PLCs, instrumentation, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Leading a virtual community of automation experts.
• Setting strategic technical programs.
• Supporting site automation teams.
• Managing global contracts.
• Driving innovation in automation reliability and error reduction.
• Developing technical training.
• Supporting audits.
• Managing talent and performance within the automation function.

Skills

Automation engineering

Team leadership

Data integrity

Regulatory compliance

SCADA

PLCs

Instrumentation

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Role

The Director, Automation oversees global automation systems in AbbVie's manufacturing, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient process control operations.

Responsibilities

• Leading a virtual community of automation experts.
• Setting strategic technical programs.
• Supporting site automation teams.
• Managing global contracts.
• Driving innovation in automation reliability and error reduction.
• Developing technical training.
• Supporting audits.
• Managing talent and performance within the automation function.

Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering.
• 15+ years in Automation Engineering with extensive experience in large initiatives or capital projects.
• At least 5 years leading regional or global teams.
• Deep expertise in distributed control systems, SCADA, PLCs, instrumentation, and data integrity is essential.

Preferred Skills

Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing practices, regulatory expectations, and network security.

Other Details

The role reports to senior management, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and involves 20% travel, including international.

High-value specifics:

Focus on automation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with emphasis on data integrity, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in process control systems.