Associate Director, Itot Automation Engineer

Novartis UK

Barcelona, Spain
Onsite
It/ot automation solution design
Supervisory control and data acquisition
Manufacturing execution systems experience
This role defines the automation vision to make manufacturing smarter, safer, and more efficient across new and existing facilities

Job Summary

  • This role defines the automation vision to make manufacturing smarter, safer, and more efficient across new and existing facilities.
  • You will partner with engineering, operations, and digital teams to design future-proof automation that integrates seamlessly with the IT/OT landscape.
  • The position requires owning detailed solution design, delivery, qualification, and operational readiness while meeting strict quality and security expectations.

Matching Summary

This role defines the automation vision to make manufacturing smarter, safer, and more efficient across new and existing facilities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • IT/OT automation solution design
  • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
  • Manufacturing Execution Systems experience
  • Good x Practice compliance knowledge
  • Global project implementation leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Greenfield investment automation concepts
  • Shop floor equipment selection expertise
  • Continuous improvement initiative drive
  • Stakeholder engagement in regulated environments

Key Requirements

  • Extensive global automation experience in complex industrial environments
  • Proven ability to integrate IT and OT solutions
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and shop floor operations
  • Experience delivering projects within regulated environments

Work Rights

Must be accessible to Barcelona, Spain; no relocation support offered

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