We are seeking a Senior Engineer, Automation Controls to lead facilities and process automation within a pharmaceutical environment. This role drives engineering projects, validation, and capital investments while ensuring systems meet GMP and regulatory standards. You’ll provide expert technical guidance, oversee complex projects, and enhance operational efficiency across critical facilities, labs, and production areas. Accountabilities: The Senior Engineer will play a pivotal role in leading automation/controls across facilities, engineering, and capital projects. Key responsibilities include: Leadership & Oversight: Guide technical teams in automation/controls development, validation, and engineering solutions; mentor junior staff; collaborate cross‑functionally to align projects with organizational goals. Facilities Management: Serve as asset owner for automation/control systems across critical facilities, labs, and production areas; drive strategies for upgrades and efficiency improvements; ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Validation Management: Lead validation strategies, protocols, and documentation for automation/controls assets; ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, and internal standards; manage complex validation projects from design through reporting. Automation/Controls Oversight: Ensure reliability of systems including electrical components, software, and field devices; implement maintenance and inspection programs; uphold industry and regulatory standards. Engineering Leadership: Direct design, installation, and commissioning of systems/equipment; ensure GMP compliance; develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize reliability. Capital Projects Management: Manage automation/controls upgrades, expansions, and new installations; oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder/vendor coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget. Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and review documentation for validation, engineering procedures, and capital projects; generate detailed reports ensuring accuracy and compliance. Compliance & Safety: Maintain adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards; enforce safety protocols and emergency response plans; conduct audits and inspections to address issues proactively. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability; stay current with industry trends, technology, and regulatory changes. Essential Skills & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred); Master’s a plus. 7–10 years in automation/controls, validation, facilities engineering, and capital projects. Experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industries. Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and compliance standards. Proven success leading automation/controls processes, asset ownership, and engineering projects. Strong project management, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering preferred, or a related engineering field; Master’s degree preferred. 7-10 years of experience in automation/controls software and equipment systems, with background in qualification/validation, facilities engineering, and capital projects. Significant experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry is preferred. Extensive knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and other relevant compliance requirements. Proven experience in leading complex automation/controls processes, asset ownership, engineering projects, and capital investments. Strong project management skills with experience in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Desirable Skills: Cell Therapy experience. Working Conditions: Office and on‑site facilities environment, with occasional travel. May require evening or weekend work for urgent projects. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. AstraZeneca is a place where every day brings new challenges. We lead from the front to ensure everyone's voice is heard on site while building trust and respect with our teams. Our adaptable nature allows us to draw on diverse expertise across functions to overcome obstacles. We champion ideas from anyone on our site with a drive to see things through. Our supportive team environment ensures we succeed together by looking out for each other. With opportunities for growth beyond your role in a stable company committed to eliminating emissions by 2025, AstraZeneca is where you can make a real impact. Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now! The annual base pay for this position ranges from $ 146,721.60 - $220,082.40. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. Date Posted 23-Oct-2026 Closing Date 12-Nov-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

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