Lead Automation Engineer - Manufacturing Excellence

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer in Tempe, AZ to guide the engineering team toward quality products and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to implement sustainable manufacturing processes. Required are a strong automation background, CAD and SAP experience, and 5+ years in the field with 2+ years of supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or science; master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in automation engineering and 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong CAD and SAP experience; ability to mentor and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and may lead an engineering team to achieve site goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sustainable manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and improve automated equipment; perform engineering studies.
• Lead RCCA initiatives and drive data-driven improvements.
• Develop project scope, timelines, savings, and cost estimations.
• Write validation, user requirements, and equipment specifications.

Skills

Automation engineering

Leadership

Problem solving

CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Master's degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

SAP

CAD software

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer in Tempe, AZ to guide the engineering team toward quality products and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to implement sustainable manufacturing processes. Required are a strong automation background, CAD and SAP experience, and 5+ years in the field with 2+ years of supervisory responsibility.