Job ID REQ-10038888 Feb 03, 2025 Italy Summary Leads the Pilot Plant Automation function, which is responsible to establish, maintain and improve the automation processes with respect to site buildings, equipment and utilities. He coordinates all automation projects and initiatives, external vendors included. He provides cost-effective, GxP and HSE compliant and efficient technical solutions, standards, strategies and act as a competence center for automation and interface to IT. Ensure automation systems have the needed level of reliability, efficiency and flexibility required by the RLT Pilot Plant nature. About the Role

Key responsibilities:

Prepare monthly engineering reports with key KPIs (Capex, Maintenance, HSE and Quality)Support internal and external auditsImplement technical standardsImplement GOPsIf needed, create regional / site SOPs & templatesLead or contribute to equipment, utility, facility improvement projects (e.g. energy efficiency, productivity, environmental compliance, maintenance)Ensure know-how and competencies in the automation function are always available.Implement sharing and leveraging of best practices and expertise in the automation areaOwn the Training Curriculum for own Job ProfileTrain operators and / or techniciansManage external resources efficientlyDrive / improve technical availability, reliability and condition of assetsEstablish cost efficient repair and maintenance / calibration processes in compliance with local regulations, HSE, GMPDefine and execute asset strategy and proper asset lifecycle management for process control systems in the plantDevelop, monitor and improve KPI for maintenance & calibrationInvestigate deviations (Root Cause Analysis)Manage external resources efficientlyDevelop contractual strategy and framework to manage vendors / contractors and corresponding contracts for equipment and assets.Establish and execute vendor/contractor commercial and legal agreementEfficient vendor managementPrepare Equipment Specifications and System Requirements in project (e.g. User Requirement Specification)Prepare / execute Project Health & Safety Risk Assessments (Equipment / Process)Develop test specification / plan for commissioning & qualification in projectsPerform new equipment FAT / SAT / inspections in projectPerform commission activitiesManage project deficiencies and deviationsPerform provisional and final project handoverApprove periodic re-qualification plan for automation systemsDevelop & design Process Control SystemsDevelop & implement Coding / Recipes (DCS / Scada / PLC's / Control Networks)Design, implement & maintain Historian Configuration for modules / visualization / OPEXImplement Software Change Controls associated with automation / system changesDesign and implement Master Batch Records (MBR) for MESEstablish & maintain Computer Systems Life Cycle ManagementDevelop & deliver OT activities (e.g. Backup & Recovery / Patch Management / Remote Access / User Access)Establish & maintain new / modified end-to-end OT services / processes / procedures for Automation / Manufacturing / QC equipment

Essential requirements:

Degree in Automation / Electronic / Mechanical / Electrical engineering or equivalent. Master’s degree is desirable.Fluent in English and proficient in local language.                      3+ years of engineering experience in Automation in Pharma/Chemical industry or equivalent field.Leadership experience for the management of external resources and vendorsProject management skills including resource planning, budget control & quality.Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving software /automation problems & maintain reliable operation of all building control / automation and related systems.Own and develop automation solutions that are consistent with specific needs of the manufacturing environment while complying and supporting the global standards.Communications skills with the ability to present ideas & solutions.Excellent professional writing skillsSkills in C&Q within the automation (CSV).Extended knowledge of GxP / HSE & Quality systems.

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Division International Business Unit Innovative Medicines Location Italy Site Ivrea Company / Legal Entity IT58 (FCRS = IT058) Advanced Accelerator Applications Italy Srl Functional Area Research & Development Job Type Full time Employment Type Regular Shift Work No Apply to Job

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