Lead Automation Engineer

Act as technical owner for automation systems including DCS, PLC, SCADA, EMS, and Batch Management systems as applicable.

Define and review Batch Automation architecture in line with ISA-88/95 standards.

Acting as subject matter experts in own discipline.

Supervising/Development of functional specification of complex units.

Lead implementation of Batch Manager / Batch Executive systems including recipe design, master recipes, control recipes, and equipment models.

Supervising/Developing DCS application coding based on programming standards and design guidelines.

Coordinate with Process owners for software development, batch configuration, documentation, licenses, and spares.

Ensure alignment of automation and batch system deliveries with project schedule and construction readiness.

Plan, execute, and lead Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for both continuous and batch automation systems, including recipe testing and batch execution scenarios.

Support site installation activities such as panel installation, cabling, loop checks, and system power-up.

Lead or support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), batch logic testing, interlock verification, and commissioning activities.

Support batch process dry runs, water batches, and process simulation prior to live production.

Ensure structured automation and batch system handover including as-built documents, recipes, backups, passwords, and operator training.

Enforce strict adherence to EHS protocols at all phases — zero compromise on safety.

Ensure implementation of QA/QC standards , including ITPs, checklists, audits, and NCR closures.

Coordinate with Safety and Quality teams to ensure all works meet regulatory and internal standards.

Monitor automation package costs against approved budgets.

Evaluate technical impact of scope changes, design modifications, and recovery actions.

Act as automation focal point for SCO documentation, justification, impact analysis, and approvals.

Maintain a live project risk register with active mitigation plans.

Proactively identify interface risks with Process, Electrical, Instrumentation, IT/OT, Utilities, and Validation teams.

Escalate risks that could impact commissioning readiness or plant start-up timelines.

Organize and lead status meetings, design reviews, site reviews, and cross-functional syncs.

Coordinate with vendors, consultants, internal teams, and Global Team.

repair and present weekly and monthly automation status reports, dashboards, and recovery trackers.

Automation Projects Manager

Experience executing automation and batch automation projects in Pharmaceutical, API, or Biologics environments

Strong hands-on Experience in Process engineering, control and automation (PLC/DCS/SCADA).

Strong hands-on experience with Batch Manager, ISA-88/95 relevant industry standards .

Proven experience in FAT, SAT, Commissioning activities.

Proven experience in Batch recipe development , validation and qualification of batch lifecycle management.

Understanding of GMP, regulatory , and validation requirements in pharma manufacturing.

Software development & integration with MES/ERP .

Ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues.

Strong stakeholder communication, documentation, and leadership skills.

The project is on a fixed and aggressive schedule — any slippage impacts plant readiness, validation, and product launch.

Managing multiple trackers/workstreams (Civil, MEP, Automation, Utilities, etc.) simultaneously without letting any critical path drift.

Requires strong forecasting capability — can't rely on reactive firefighting.

Must identify issues during design or procurement that may impact construction and commissioning months later.

Controlling scope creep in a dynamic project where new requirements or technical changes are frequent.

With timelines fixed, there’s a tendency for costs to escalate (e.g., fast-track changes, late procurement, vendor claims).

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