Lead Automation Engineer for API Pilot Expansion

1 month ago


Bagsværd, Denmark Novo Nordisk AS - Nn1 Full time

The position We are scaling up our API production capacity by expansions, upgrades, and increasing the automation level of our processes to be ready for Novo Nordisk’s current and future products to be used in clinical trials. As Lead Automation Engineer, you have an unparalleled opportunity to join us building several new API manufacturing facilities in site Bagsværd, Denmark. You will play a central role in leading and securing the implementation, operation, and optimization of automation systems in the various project phases. We are implementing xA, the latest PLC technology and being front runners for a new MES system in development facilities at Novo Nordisk. Key responsibilities summed up: Maintain the holistic overview of the automation strategy. Present strategies for management to execute and implement the best possible solutions. Work closely with our production area, our external partners, and with the different teams across our entire organization. Help ensure that the selected system that you are focused at, is integrated with other systems, instruments, process and fully in compliance to GMP requirements. Review documentation and be part of testing the solutions while leveraging the knowledge needed to later have higher responsibilities over these systems. To succeed in this role, it is important to be close to stakeholders, balance time, effort, and risk to assure timelines for completion of the projects are met. We encourage all global citizens to apply as relocation to Denmark will be an option for the relevant candidate. Y ou will have many opportunities to expand your knowledge and gain practical experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Furthermore, y ou will be a part of cross-organisational peer networks, allowing you to build your know-how and knowledge of how things are done in a state-of-the-art organisation, where specialists, experts and supporters are eager to share their experience. Qualifications Regardless of your background, it is a prerequisite that you have a strong desire to achieve process knowledge and provide the best solutions in close cooperation with our production. As Lead Automation Engineer you preferably have an academic degree and need a proven track record in the following experiences/skills/abilities in the prioritized order: Experience in writing Functional Specifications based on given process descriptions and P&ID’s At least 10 years experiences with DCS implementation (preferably xA) At least 5 years experiences with xA batch processing in pharma (S88) Excellent coding skills in xA Knowledge of GMP guidelines We need you to work full-time on-site in Bagsværd, Denmark, however some flexibility can be discussed and planned. We are looking for an ambitious and proactive team player, a person who can contribute to the team both professionally and personally. You are energized by taking responsibility for and acting to achieve high quality results through a can-do attitude and a customer-driven as well as a solution-oriented mindset. You are structured in your way of working, open to incorporate new ideas and actively share information with your colleagues. As you will be working and collaborating with people from various departments in the organization, both local and international, you are preferably a sociable person who is ready to take the lead on finding opportunities for developing and making improvements happen. About the department As part of Novo Nordisk PSQIT organisation, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Development & Scaling makes a real difference for patients with chronic diseases across the world. We develop, manufacture and distribute drug candidates for clinical trials and have a strong culture with a “can do” mind-set. The project department is organised within CMC API Pilots, that will own and operate the new facilities. We are a department with approx. 85 employees, who are responsible for completing the major investment project to expand our API production capacity for new pharmaceutical candidates for clinical trials in Novo Nordisk. CMC API Pilot is part of CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control) Development & Scaling manufactures and controls new drug substance candidates for the development portfolio at Novo Nordisk. Working at Novo Nordisk At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.



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