Location: Toronto, ON

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Incumbent executes the automation engineering activities for strategic capital projects within the Toronto Technical Services Organization. This position is required to manage development, concept, design, commissioning, qualification and the maintenance of automation systems. This position will be responsible for interfacing with different stream (Process, ITS, Production, Maintenance, Quality...) to ensure the correct installation of the systems while adhering to established regulatory compliance requirements. The incumbent is also responsible for developing appropriate solutions to satisfy the needs of internal customers in accordance with company guidelines and procedures, and within budget and schedule commitments. The incumbent is accountable for acting and involved in producing designs and then implementing the designs (commissioning and qualification post installation) according to SPL best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the configuration, administration and maintenance activities of the site's manufacturing computer and automation systems, including process control systems, building automation systems, configuration, and interfaces.
• Lead projects in the design, development, and qualification of automated processes, equipment, and systems.
• Directly support the manufacturing assistance team with troubleshooting and issue resolution with respect to computer and automation systems.
• Lead small cross functional teams in support of project requirements and initiatives.
• Interpreting automation requirements throughout project design and implementation phases
• Perform appropriate reviews with stakeholders and responsible for design that meets project budget and schedule.

• Responsible for leading and working with various trades to complete installation and commissioning activities for automation systems to ensure they are designed and installed per design requirements.
• Support mechanical completion and start-up. Participate FAT, SAT and Critical Test plan execution.
• Review the C&Q test plans for the automation and support the commissioning and qualification tasks.

HSE REQUIREMENT/STATEMENT:

• Supervises and monitors compliance with employment and health and safety legislation to ensure that employees work within the policies, procedures and regulations applicable to their work.
• Participates in the investigation of incidents and work-related illnesses
• Responds promptly to all health and safety concerns or incidents and completes the appropriate documentation in a timely manner
• Takes every reasonable precaution to ensure the health and safety of staff
• Ensures that protective equipment and clothing required is used by staff
• Cooperates and assists the Joint Health and Safety Committee in carrying out its functions
• Advises staff of any potential or actual health and safety hazard of which they are aware

CONTEXT OF THE JOB/MAJOR CHALLENGES:

• Ability to work in a collaborative shared space (Obeya) in a large and complex project environment where quick critical thinking and decision making is required
• Technical aptitude/understanding across a broad number of subjects including vaccine processes and equipment, HVAC systems, building and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to lead, engage and work with a spectrum of roles within the organization. This includes unionized trades, salaried managers, technical services support functions, quality, production and supporting functions.

About You

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Science, Information technology or Computer Science or equivalent job certificate / education.
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum 3 years, direct of experience in applied automation design engineering and project experience are required. Additional experience in construction/installation, equipment start-up, qualification and/or validation.
  • Experience with one of the following platforms: Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens PLC, DeltaV, Instrumentation and control panel hardware as required by the job.
  • Experience with FactoryTalk AssetCentre preferred
  • Working knowledge of unit operations typically used in biotech and vaccine manufacturing such as bulk manufacturing, downstream operations, formulation, steaming (SIP) and cleaning (CIP)
  • Must understand the relationship between Good Manufacturing Practices, industry standards and their application to the manufacturing process.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external team members is essential
  • Strong analytical skills (engineering analysis)
  • Experience with computer systems validation practices (GAMP).
  • Experience authoring and reviewing standard operating procedures, on-the-job-trainings, and other controlled documents.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs.

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence" refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company's Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada's Privacy Officer via Sanofi's data subject request portal, Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

North America Applicants Only

The salary range for this position is:
76,200.00 - 121,100.00 (Includes target bonus)
Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefits programs, and additional benefits information can be found through the (CA)LINKOR (US) LINK.

La fourchette salariale pour ce poste est la suivante:
76,200.00 - 121,100.00 (Comprend le bonus cible)
La rémunération finale sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée, des compétences, du lieu de travail et d'autres facteurs pertinents. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise, et des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées via le lien