Associate Director leading automation engineering solutions at Novartis in Barcelona. Collaborating with global teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and safety in IT/OT integration.
Responsibilities
Define and deliver end‑to‑end IT/OT automation solutions aligned with business, quality, and performance requirements.
Design future‑proof automation concepts and shop floor equipment ready for seamless IT/OT integration.
Lead implementation and integration of IT/OT solutions across multiple manufacturing sites globally.
Ensure solutions meet stability, scalability, security, and Good x Practice requirements throughout the lifecycle.
Own detailed solution design, delivery, qualification, and day‑to‑day operational readiness for projects.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑impact automation outcomes on time and budget.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance automation solutions, services, and user experience.
Requirements
Extensive experience delivering global automation or digital manufacturing solutions within complex industrial environments.
Strong hands‑on expertise with platforms such as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Historian, and Manufacturing Execution Systems.
Proven ability to design and integrate Information Technology and Operational Technology solutions across manufacturing operations.
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, shop floor operations, and industrial communication standards.
Demonstrated experience delivering projects within regulated environments, meeting quality, compliance, and security expectations.
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, translating business needs into scalable, future‑ready technical solutions.
Experience defining automation concepts for greenfield investments, including shop floor equipment selection or design.
Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment with Good x Practice requirements and audit readiness.
Benefits
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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