The Head of Automation Engineering is responsible for providing strategic and operational
leadership for the engineering and automation functions supporting manufacturing processes. This
role ensures the reliable, efficient, and compliant operation of manufacturing execution systems
(MES), automation platforms, and related technologies. The position drives the deployment of global
standards, supports capital investment projects, and fosters continuous improvement in alignment
with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities: List the roles and responsibilities of the position
1 Engineering & Automation Leadership § Lead the engineering function related to manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with global biopharma standards and best practices. § Plan and optimize the layout of machinery and equipment to enhance efficiency and productivity. § Test and evaluate production equipment and machinery to ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance with cGMP and FDA regulations. § Resolve engineering problems and review/approve final tool and system designs. § Adapt machine and equipment design to plant and production conditions, ensuring seamless integration with manufacturing operations.
2 Execution Systems & Technology Deployment § Apply and deploy automation and manufacturing IT standards globally, supporting efficient delivery of capital investment projects. § Oversee the implementation, validation, and lifecycle management of MES and automation platforms. § Ensure systems are robust, scalable, and compliant with regulatory requirements
3 Project Management & Collaboration § Participate in the direction and coordination of planning and completion of engineering and automation projects. § Manage, organize, develop, and deploy best practice frameworks, processes, tools, and templates in an operations context, in alignment with enterprise standards. § Influence and collaborate with project professionals and stakeholders, including non-specialists, at all levels of the organization.
4 Continuous Improvement & Innovation § Drive continuous improvement initiatives in automation and execution systems to optimize manufacturing performance. § Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
5 Compliance & Quality § Ensure functional knowledge and application of cGMPs and manufacturing operations in FDA-regulated facilities. § Support audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions related to automation and execution systems.
6 Team Leadership & Development § Place a high priority on developing others through coaching, feedback, and developmental goals. § Provide a positive and equitable working environment, emphasizing values such as Customer Focus, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, and Superior Performance.
Completes any other duties/responsibilities assigned by senior management.
Position Qualifications and Experience Requirements: Provide hiring requirements for the specified position, including educational, experiential, and competency requirements necessary for the position.
Education
§ Minimum B.S. in Engineering and experience in Process Control Engineering, preferably in major pharmaceutical manufacturing handling automation engineering, Utilities, Warehouse, and Building Automation systems. § 10+ years of working experience in Biopharma engineering, operations, and manufacturing
Experience
§ In collaboration with automation and compliance consultants, establish and reinforce standards for adequate rigor in automation work products. § Ensure that engineers remain focused and complete critical assignments with proper monitoring and reporting. § Experience in process control, automation, construction, quality, project management, safety, and engineering. § Collaborative team player with decision-making and influencing skills. § Strong understanding of cGMPs and FDA regulations. § Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects. § Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Competencies
§ Strategic Project Leadership § Technical Engineering Expertise § Capital Planning and Execution § Stakeholder and Cross-Functional Collaboration § Compliance and Risk Management § Operational Excellence § Communication and Executive Influence
About CSL Behring
CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients’ needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.
CSL Behring operates one of the world’s largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries.
To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/.
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