5-7 years of experience in automation management, particularly with PLC-based controls systems, preferably Rockwell.
Proven track record in integrating packaged fill-finish equipment with automation systems.
Strong knowledge of controls architecture and system integration.
Experience managing relationships with automation vendors and engineering teams.
Demonstrated ability to support large-scale GMP capital projects from design to startup.
Familiarity with building automation systems like Siemens, Johnson Controls, or Honeywell is advantageous.
Experience with MES platforms such as Syncade, PharmaSuite, or Rockwell is preferred.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Automation PIT team to ensure effective project execution.
Oversee automation scope across building and manufacturing systems for optimal performance.
Drive the design and integration of automation systems and controls architecture.
Integrate packaged fill-finish equipment with existing site automation systems.
Coordinate with automation vendors, OEMs, and engineering teams for seamless project delivery.
Support large-scale GMP capital projects throughout their lifecycle, from design to commissioning.
Ensure successful system integration and project execution through coordinated automation activities.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead a specialized team in a growing field.
Engagement in large-scale GMP capital projects with significant impact.
Collaboration with diverse teams and industry-leading vendors.
Professional development opportunities in advanced automation technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description Catalyx is seeking an Automation Manager will lead the Automation PIT team and oversee automation scope across building and manufacturing systems. This role will provide technical leadership and coordination for automation design, integration, and execution, supporting large-scale GMP capital projects from initial design through commissioning and startup. • Lead and manage the Automation PIT team. • Provide leadership and oversight of automation scope across building and manufacturing systems. • Drive automation design, controls architecture, system integration, instrumentation, and manufacturing data/network integration. • Lead the integration of packaged fill-finish equipment with site automation systems. • Manage and coordinate automation vendors, OEMs, engineering teams, and system integrators. • Support large-scale GMP capital projects throughout the project lifecycle, from design and engineering through commissioning and startup. • Coordinate automation activities to ensure successful system integration and project execution.
Requirements • Strong experience with PLC-based controls systems, preferably Rockwell. • Experience integrating packaged fill-finish equipment with site automation systems. • Knowledge of controls architecture, system integration, instrumentation, and manufacturing data/network integration. • Experience managing automation vendors, OEMs, engineering teams, and system integrators. • Demonstrated experience supporting large GMP capital projects from design through commissioning and startup. • Experience with building automation systems such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, or Honeywell is a plus. • Experience with MES platforms such as Syncade, PharmaSuite, or Rockwell is preferred.
