AstraZeneca Hiring for Global Automation Engineer – Global Operations at Gaithersburg, MD Full Time

Here at Global Engineering and Real Estate (GERE) we do a lot of different and exciting things! As part of our delivery we scope, plan and implement major capital projects across all AstraZeneca sites. A major part of the role will be to support and drive the digital transformation of our assets as we implement industry 4.0 technologies to establish Smart Factories.

By putting next-generation assets on the ground, the team is playing a fundamental role in supporting AstraZeneca’s strong pipeline. Combining the use of the newest technologies, skilled program management and a mixture of engineering and construction expertise, the team establishes strong and positive partnerships with end customers to build facilities which match requirements and exceed expectations.

As a Global Automation Engineer you’ll be one of many specialists within the Global Engineering Technical Services team who provide a range of services to all parts of AstraZeneca’s business:

• Engineering technology stewardship

• Identification, translation and delivery of engineering technologies

• Product and process design and improvement

• New asset provision

• Existing asset improvement

• Digital Solution Integration

Our team leads the technical definition and digital integration associated with, the pharmaceutical facility capital project delivery. Our multi-functional team also provides technical support to address process control and day to day operational problems.

What you’ll do:

Working as an Automation Engineer with GERE, you will design and deliver the technical aspects of Automation and IT Integration on a variety of capital projects. Working with key business users you will convert our business goals into technical solutions demonstrating influencing and technical leadership capabilities.

You’ll define core Automation and IT integration requirements on projects, communicating these requirements to vendors and ensuring that systems are specified and delivered in alignment with the global automation strategy. Further you will provide design assurance overview and technical feedback during capital project design – from concept through detailed design and equipment selection.

You will support Project Managers, Project Technical Managers and Work Package Owners during all phases of projects to include monitoring the flow of information between vendors, contractors and internal resources to deliver design intent and meet quality standards.

Essential for the role:

With proven experience in Automation/Control or a related area. You ideally hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and have good general understanding of IT Technologies (networks, servers, routing and enterprise wide IT applications) used in the operation and support of manufacturing equipment. To succeed in this role, you’ll have the ability to influence internal and external business leaders and partners.

In addition to this, below are some more specific requirements:

• In-depth technical and operational knowledge of Automation systems (SCADA/PLC technologies), plant automation and laboratory automation systems

• Chartered or Professional Licensed Engineer and 10 years of applicable work experience

• Detailed knowledge of current GMP regulations and an understanding of regulatory agency expectations and current industry practices

• Experience in the specification, procurement, installation, start up and commissioning of process automation systems in a licensed GMP commercial plant

• Experience in a commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing or development environment

• Knowledge of capital project delivery from case development through to project execution

• Proven understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies, use cases & digital opportunities

• As an active team member, your expertise may be needed at any of the AstraZeneca Manufacturing facilities, and we’ll need you to be able to travel internationally accordingly

Desirable requirements:

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Electronic Batch Records (EBR) and Historian systems

• Broad range of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing area’s including, Oral Solid Dosage, Packaging, Processing and API

Why AstraZeneca:

At AstraZeneca, we ‘re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

So, what’s next

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.