Principal Automation Engineer - Global Engineering

Roche; Hillsboro (IN); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to support large, complex facility projects across the US manufacturing network, transitioning from remote to on-site work as sites are built. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure automation systems meet target functionality and quality.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in automation and GMP experience, strong English skills, and is prepared for significant travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years automation and/or instrument and control system experience.
• 5 years in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry/GMP experience.
• Significant travel (40-50%) assignment.
• Proficient knowledge of English (written & spoken); other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead sub-project teams including external contractors and provide clear guidance on technical solutions and business processes.
• Maintain ownership of assigned work-package through all project phases to achieve target functionality, quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with IT/OT groups to drive digitalization of manufacturing processes.
• Partner with customers and stakeholders to deliver world-class performance.

Skills

Automation experience

Instrument & control systems

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche. This role is based in Pharma Technical Operations Technology (PTT), an organization that is responsible for ensuring Pharma Technical Operations (PT) stays at the forefront of technology in our current and future facilities. PTT, composed of global MSAT and Engineering, realizes new assets for the PT manufacturing network of drug substance, drug product, and device industrialization facilities. You will have the opportunity to build manufacturing facilities that deliver life saving medicines to patients.

The Opportunity

As a Principal Automation Engineer you will be responsible for supporting large and/or complex facility/equipment improvement projects within our US manufacturing network as well as potentially at our international sites. Initially, you will perform a mix of remote and onsite work (first at the General Planner’s office, later at construction site/plant). You will transition to local full time on-site work once the site buildings are built and equipment delivered. Travel of up to 40% to 50% of the time is expected during the project phase. Leads proactive measures to achieve the specified goals in the event of deviations from the project plan. Manages a sub-project team including external contractors and gives clear guidance to the team in terms of technical solutions and/or business processes. Maintain ownership of assigned work-package within discipline through all project phases so that target functionality, quality and reliability are achieved. Partners proactively with key customers, team members and stakeholders, while being open and approachable with a friendly, positive and professional attitude. Collaborate with PTE to evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and serve as the primary technical liaison with the IT/OT groups to drive higher levels of operational digitalization.

Who you are

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science preferred) and 8 years experience, or Master’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science preferred) and 7 years experience. Minimum of 8 years applicable automation and/or instrument and control system experience preferably majority in drug product function. 5 years in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry/GMP experience. Significant travel (40-50%) assignment requiring weekly commuting and/ or temporary remote assignment as required to meet the business need. Proficient knowledge of English (written & spoken) a must, and other additional languages (e.g. Portuguese, German) a plus. Preferred: Exemplifies Roche Values and Leadership Commitments. Exceptional collaboration, team building and communication skills. Strong business and technical acumen, strategic agility and global perspective necessary to lead the groups to world-class performance. Global experience and culturally savvy, can adapt to and effectively manage in various cultural environments and organizational levels including executive management. Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Hillsboro, OR, is $114,400 to $212,400. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

Benefits #LI-PK1 Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

Who We Are

Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours.