Automation Systems Lead

5 days ago


Uppsala, Uppsala, Sweden Galderma Full time

About Galderma

We are a global leader in the dermatology market, with a presence in approximately 90 countries. Our innovative science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services cater to the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare, and Therapeutic Dermatology.

Our mission is to advance dermatology for every skin story. We aim to empower our employees and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met.

Our Values

We look for individuals who focus on getting results, embrace learning, and bring positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration.

Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day.

We actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world.

Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer

Location: Uppsala, Sweden (on site)

Job Description:

  • You will manage, plan, and oversee the delivery of engineering plans and programs associated with operational automation systems and manufacturing lines to perform to required safety and performance standards.
  • Your responsibilities include developing and executing engineering plans, analyzing issues with manufacturing automation systems and trends, to provide reliable solutions to maintain the sustaining status of manufacturing lines.
  • You will develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders. The senior engineer also ensures compliance, supports operations, and represents the company in projects and towards suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshooting & Support: Provide expert troubleshooting and maintenance support for existing automation systems, ensuring maximum uptime and system performance. Program and configure automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, Vision inspection systems, and SCADA solutions.
  • SCADA/PLC Programming: Develop, configure, and optimize SCADA systems and PLC programs for new projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Automation System Design & Implementation: Lead the design, development, and commissioning of SCADA and PLC-based automation systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that automation systems comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and other relevant pharmaceutical industry standards.
  • Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and automation enhancements. Collaborate with vendors to identify innovative technologies and solutions.
  • Project Management: Manage automation-related projects from initial planning through to implementation and handover, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise during project execution.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system designs, process flows, functional specifications, and user manuals.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineers, operators, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems within the production environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sustainable manufacturing processes and systems.
  • Technical and firsthand automated equipment troubleshooting, repair, and improvements. Lead and provide mentorship in root cause and corrective action (RCCA). Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules. Assist in regulatory and internal compliance audits.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Master's / Bachelor's degree in electrical, control, or electronic engineering.
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience in automation.
  • Previous experience within GMP and Part 11 or alternatively from a related regulatory industry.
  • Experience with SCADA systems, historian, Siemens, WinCC, iFix, Wonderware, etc.
  • Familiarity with robotics, motion control MES systems.
  • Experience with configuring and programming vision systems and machine learning software.
  • Experience in capital project execution and machinery/system design.
  • Professional level in English.

What We Offer:

You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believes we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.

As Galderma's Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics, we have in Uppsala a unique edge as we have on our site the whole product chain from research and development to production and marketing.

We are offering you the opportunity to work in an exciting, international environment where both professional and personal development is encouraged.

We are based in modern offices and located just by the river (Fyrisån) in Uppsala, only a 10-minute bike ride from Uppsala Central Station.

Next Steps:

We welcome your application via our website.

If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first conversation with the recruiter.

The next step is an interview with the hiring manager.

The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our People Make a Difference:

At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you and people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings.

Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.



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