Senior Automation Engineer

Job Description

Senior Automation Engineer - AstraZeneca Lomas Verdes

The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for providing technical project delivery across a portfolio of Automation and MES systems and provides lifecycle and change management for systems/equipment in own area of expertise.

• Contribute to the development and implementation business strategies related to Automation and MES Systems.
• Implement systems, servers, and networks in accordance with IT Policies and Guidelines for Cyber-security and architecture.
• Lead project activities including interactions with equipment vendors, system integrators, and contracted personnel to implement projects involving Automation and MES systems to meet quality and technical standards.
• Develop and cultivate technical expertise and knowledge within department and across the Automation Engineering global community by disseminating best practices and sharing knowledge across functions.
• Serve as subject matter expert for automation systems during internal audits and regulatory inspections.
• Partner with the Process Execution Teams to prioritize and implement modifications/upgrades to improve quality and operational effectiveness of existing systems.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related technical discipline
• Experience: Minimum 4 years’ experience in Automation Engineering, IT, or related field. Project management experience and proficiency desired. Experience implementing or supporting computerized systems in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Skills: Ability to work and communicate within a global, culturally diverse, and fast-paced, team environment. Ability to adapt to changing business needs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering groundbreaking methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

So, what’s next!

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

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.