Job Description
Job Title: Engineering Automation Lead
Location: Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK
A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced Engineering Automation Lead to join its advanced manufacturing site in Barnard Castle. This site plays a key role in producing medicines and vaccines for global distribution, operating at significant scale and with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.
As the company continues to modernise its operations, this role will be instrumental in driving smart manufacturing technologies—including robotics, digital solutions, and artificial intelligence—to support the development and delivery of complex pharmaceutical products.
Role Overview
The Engineering Automation Lead will provide strategic direction and technical leadership to ensure the successful implementation of advanced instrumentation, automation, and control engineering across the site. This includes balancing day-to-day operational management with long-term strategic planning, all within a GMP-compliant framework.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and execute a site-wide automation strategy aligned with business objectives.
2. Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers and support skill development among maintenance technic...