Automation Engineer - 12-month Secondment / Fixed Term Contract (ftc)
GSK
Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
Site-based with flexible working policies in place.
Engineering degree or recognized apprenticeship
Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industry
Technical knowledge of scada, plc, hmi, servo, vision
GSK is seeking an Automation Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract at its Barnard Castle site, which specializes in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The role involves providing technical expertise for automation systems, supporting manufacturing operations, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
Job Summary
This role provides technical expertise for all automation and control system activities on new and existing equipment across the GSK Barnard Castle site.
The successful candidate will ensure compliance with internal and external standards, including OT Security Standards, while managing obsolescence risks.
GSK offers external training, personal development support, and opportunities for further education and professional registration alongside this 12-month contract.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
GSK is seeking an Automation Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract at its Barnard Castle site, which specializes in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The role involves providing technical expertise for automation systems, supporting manufacturing operations, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Engineering degree or recognized apprenticeship
Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industry
Technical knowledge of SCADA, PLC, HMI, Servo, Vision
Ability to sign off automation elements of capital projects
Compliance with OT Security Standards
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of Siemens equipment including S5, S7, PCS7
Appreciation of Operational Technology Cyber Security
Passion for emerging technologies deployment
Strong influencing and communication skills
Experience with DMAIC, RCA, and CAPA processes
Key Requirements
Relevant engineering qualification (degree or apprenticeship)
Experience in Pharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing environments