Global Director, Automation & Process Control

Allergan; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Durham, NC seeks a Director of Automation to drive reliable, safe, and compliant operations of automated process control systems across manufacturing sites. You will design strategic programs and guide long-term technology decisions globally.

Lead a global team of automation engineers, oversee DCS/PLC/SCADA contracts, and implement cost and reliability improvements while achieving KPIs. Regular remote collaboration and travel around 20% are expected.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering required.
• 15+ years of technical automation experience in pharma/biotech.
• 5+ years leading technical teams, global experience preferred.
• Experience in distributed control systems, SCADA, PLC, instrumentation/controls.
• Strong data integrity and cybersecurity understanding desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global automation program and Community of Practice.
• Set global automation standards and drive reliable, compliant operations.
• Oversee technical training programs for Automation.
• Support global contracting for Automation PLC/SCADA systems.
• Manage talent processes and build high-performing teams.
• Collaborate with remote teams and travel ~20%.

Skills

Automation engineering

Global leadership

Team leadership

Site automation

Regulatory compliance

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SCADA

DCS

PLC

OSI-PI

Job description

AbbVie in Durham, NC seeks a Director of Automation to drive reliable, safe, and compliant operations of automated process control systems across manufacturing sites. You will design strategic programs and guide long-term technology decisions globally.

Lead a global team of automation engineers, oversee DCS/PLC/SCADA contracts, and implement cost and reliability improvements while achieving KPIs. Regular remote collaboration and travel around 20% are expected.