Automation Lead SME (Biopharma)

TL;DR

Automation Lead SME (Biopharma): Driving Operational Technology (OT) solutions and Industry 4.0 innovations for large-scale engineering projects in the biopharma sector with an accent on GMP Process Control Systems (PCS) and smart manufacturing. Focus on defining OT strategies, ensuring global automation standards, and integrating PCS with IT architectures and data analytics platforms.

Location: Hybrid in Boxmeer, Netherlands

Salary: 85,000 - 110,000 EUR per year

Company

hirify.global is an IT consultancy firm that helps startups and large corporations deliver innovative technologies across sectors including Telecom, Energy, Pharma, and Automotive.

What you will do

• Define OT scope and formulate strategies for global engineering projects, ensuring alignment with site partners.
• Provide technical leadership from concept through detailed design and equipment selection.
• Drive digital transformation through Industry 4.0 technologies to establish Smart Factories and Autonomous Manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Global IT/OT teams and vendors to develop and maintain technology standards.
• Partner with Project Managers, Quality teams, and Manufacturing Operations to ensure design intent and quality standards.

Requirements

• Extensive experience delivering GMP Process Control Systems (PCS) in pharmaceutical/biotech projects (DCS, SCADA, PLCs).
• Strong understanding of Biotech and API manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of secure integration of PCS with IT architectures, MES, process historians, and data analytics platforms.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model in Boxmeer, Netherlands.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of current GMP regulations and regulatory expectations.
• Experience with OT cybersecurity, electronic batch records (EBR), data modeling, and warehouse automation.
• Experience with drug product automation, specifically vial filling and packaging.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to lead digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives in the biopharma sector.
• Work within an international engineering environment with diverse project scopes.
• Engagement with a consultancy known for its successful track record in high-tech software solutions.