Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight to the Automation and Digital Engineering function, including creating a vision and multi-year strategies for a globally aligned function. Oversee and develop a technical workforce of 10+ employees globally, alongside strategic service providers delivering a multi-billion CHF CAPEX portfolio. Develop capabilities and expertise in automation and digital engineering while ensuring engineering processes are efficient and effective. Partner with key stakeholders to evolve global engineering standards and technology advances in automation engineering strategies. Leverage innovative technologies to prepare the organization for future automation engineering challenges in manufacturing and process development. Ensure innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective design and implementation strategies by keeping pace with global industry trends. Develop excellent partnerships with external automation engineering firms in alignment with Global Procurement to optimally deliver capital projects. Foster and drive network collaboration by establishing and leading global communities of practice for automation engineers. Partner with Pharma Digital and IT/OT to develop a comprehensive strategy for aligning information and operational technologies. Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline; an MS or MBA is desirable. At least 12 to 15 years of experience in engineering, automation, and digital technologies, preferably in the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry. Minimum of 10 years of professional experience leading and coaching multi-disciplinary teams within a corporate business environment. Proven success in leading regional or global engineering organizations and managing large-scale CAPEX portfolios. Deep expertise in automation engineering, including knowledge of governance, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Experience in navigating and influencing global cultures and a track record of driving change while balancing risks. Willingness to travel (40 - 50%). Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Master’s Degree in Engineering MBA
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Provide leadership and oversight to the Automation and Digital Engineering function, including creating a vision and multi-year strategies for a globally aligned function. Oversee and develop a technical workforce of 10+ employees globally, alongside strategic service providers delivering a multi-billion CHF CAPEX portfolio. Develop capabilities and expertise in automation and digital engineering while ensuring engineering processes are efficient and effective. Partner with key stakeholders to evolve global engineering standards and technology advances in automation engineering strategies. Leverage innovative technologies to prepare the organization for future automation engineering challenges in manufacturing and process development. Ensure innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective design and implementation strategies by keeping pace with global industry trends. Develop excellent partnerships with external automation engineering firms in alignment with Global Procurement to optimally deliver capital projects. Foster and drive network collaboration by establishing and leading global communities of practice for automation engineers. Partner with Pharma Digital and IT/OT to develop a comprehensive strategy for aligning information and operational technologies. Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline; an MS or MBA is desirable. At least 12 to 15 years of experience in engineering, automation, and digital technologies, preferably in the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry. Minimum of 10 years of professional experience leading and coaching multi-disciplinary teams within a corporate business environment. Proven success in leading regional or global engineering organizations and managing large-scale CAPEX portfolios. Deep expertise in automation engineering, including knowledge of governance, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Experience in navigating and influencing global cultures and a track record of driving change while balancing risks. Willingness to travel (40 - 50%). Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Master’s Degree in Engineering MBA
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Head of Automation – Digital Engineering Arbeitgeber: Jobtailor
Als Global Director B2B – Business Development bei uns profitieren Sie von einer dynamischen und innovativen Arbeitsumgebung, die auf Zusammenarbeit und Kreativität setzt. Wir bieten Ihnen nicht nur attraktive Vergütungsmodelle und umfassende Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten, sondern auch die Chance, in einem internationalen Team zu arbeiten, das Vielfalt und persönliche Entwicklung fördert. Unsere Unternehmenskultur legt großen Wert auf Flexibilität und Work-Life-Balance, sodass Sie Ihre Karriereziele in einem unterstützenden Umfeld erreichen können.
