Description
GSK Barnard Castle is seeking an Automation Engineer to provide technical expertise for automation and control system activities across the site.
The engineer will support new and existing equipment and facilities, provide technical guidance to team members, and make strategic decisions within areas of expertise.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing technical expertise on advanced automated manufacturing/packaging processes
- Inputting into user requirement specifications and signing off automation elements of capital projects
- Working with cross-functional groups to resolve complex technical challenges and improvement initiatives
- Ensuring compliance with internal and external standards, including OT Security Standards
- Reviewing and assessing obsolescence risks for the allocated Production Business Unit
- Maintaining and managing the site asset register for automation equipment
- Liaising with central teams to develop new automation technologies and standards
- Providing technical expertise to engineering technicians
- Acting as the point of contact for production automation support
- Participating in Continuous Improvement activities
The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification, experience working in a pharmaceutical or highly regulated industry, and technical knowledge of automation systems.
GSK offers a range of benefits, including competitive salary, annual bonus, opportunities for professional development, access to healthcare and wellbeing programs, and employee recognition programs.