Manager - Automation Engineering | Claremont, NH

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  • Location: West Lebanon, NH

  • Company: Novo Nordisk

a tight-knit, supportive community working together to contribute to a better tomorrow for our patients. Ethics and quality are held in the highest regard, and a patient-focused mindset guides everything we do. We’re looking for individuals who are self-starters with a strong work ethic to join our team.

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? The Position This position is a leader for all technical, quality, and project issues within the Automation team. This person is responsible to provide support, training, mentoring, and guidance for less experienced engineers. This person is expected

to be knowledgeable of all aspects of Automation Engineering. This person is responsible for the development of short- and long-term goals and vision for Automation Systems at Novo Nordisk.

This person is responsible for maintaining all systems in compliance with all relevant regulations. Relationships Reports to: According to the organizational chart. Number of subordinates with direct/indirect referral: see organizational chart. Essential Functions Responsible for the hiring and training of new members of the Automation Engineering team Develops, reviews, and approves Automation SOPs, Work Instructions, and Forms as Function Area Approver / Signatory Reviews and approves Automation

Engineering CAPAs, Deviations, and Investigations as Function Area Manager Full responsibility for the design, implementation, start-up and troubleshooting of automation and plant floor control systems Responsible for the design and / or selection of instrumentation, control devices, control panels, and control / electrical power systems throughout the facility Serves as the lead interface between Automation, Process & Facilities engineering, facilities, process teams, information systems, quality assurance, validation and operations for projects related to Automation & Control Systems Takes the lead with the troubleshooting, testing, validation, deployment and on-going maintenance of Automation Systems Normally receives minimal instructions on routine work and general instructions on new assignments Provides support to manufacturing and facilities areas including the following activities: Support for resolution of deviations, investigations, and other quality issues Tracking and evaluating control system trends or issues in collaboration with quality, engineering and manufacturing Leads the design, procurement, construction, installation, engineering start-up, documentation and validation activities of new and modified systems Participates in the development and implementation of procedural or automation improvements to support Plant Objectives Point person for complex process improvement and start-up activities involving automation and plant floor related business systems Initiates project(s), tracks spending / budgets, creates scope of work, develops risk backssments, justification, cost estimates, implements purchase requisitions, funding requests, and manages contracts Provides direction and coordination to the automation engineers, which includes mentoring, training, project oversight, support and advice on all aspects of plant Automation Provides support for troubleshooting for the more complicated issues found in the manufacturing environment Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with others Physical Requirements 0-10% overnight travel required.

Development of People Supervisory, ensure that reporting personnel have individual development plans (IDP), with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business, and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities, and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process.

Ensure that the IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility. Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way. Qualifications Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or Computer Science or equivalent experience in life sciences or engineering; Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or Computer Science preferred Work Experience: At least 10 years’ experience in Plant Automation / Controls Engineering required with relevant Bachelor’s degree or at least 6 years with relevant Master’s degree 5+ years of experience at a medium to large scale medical device, medical or biotechnology process firm in an automation role is required Experience and skills to lead and manage multiple complex tasks or projects Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to manage a team of knowledgeable professionals in a regulated biomedical manufacturing environment Provide leadership for site Process and Building Control Systems Strong knowledge and experience with the following is required Instrumentation & Control Device operation and troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA) Variable Speed Drives Electrical systems such as 120 VAC, 24 VDC, 480 VAC GAMP guidelines NFPA codes related to Automation & Electrical work Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and Networking systems (Ethernet) is required Strong knowledge of FDA and EMEA Regulatory requirements is required (Part 11/Annex 11) A successful history of managing teams and/or projects Knowledge of Auto CAD (ability to view, make minor changes) is desired Demonstrated experience working in a team-oriented environment is required Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio, Project, & Power Point) is required Excellent oral and written communication skills is required We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world.

We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, interaction, gender identity, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

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