Seeking a leader in automation engineering to develop and integrate software across advanced packaging solutions. This individual will play a key role in shaping software architecture, ensuring best-in-class programming and validation practices, and mentoring a high-performing engineering team.
The position offers significant growth potential as the company strategically expands its business division, providing visibility and career advancement opportunities. This is a hands-on role requiring technical expertise, strong stakeholder communication, and the ability to manage complexity under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design and development of software for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motion control, vision systems, and robotic solutions.
* Own software architecture and coding standards across projects.
* Define and review system requirements, functional specifications, and design documents.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of software with mechanical and electrical systems.
* Champion software validation and compliance with relevant industry regulations.
* Provide hands-on development, debugging, and troubleshooting support on projects.
* Drive continuous improvement in software development practices and tools.
* Mentor junior software engineers and support competency development across the team.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial automation and software development.
* Proficient in programming PLCs (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure).
* Practical experience with HMI systems, safety systems, and motion control.
* Familiarity with GMP, GAMP, DQ, FAT, SAT, validation processes, and regulatory environments within the pharmaceutical and food sectors.
* Experience with industrial robotics (SCARA, Delta, Cobots) and machine vision.
* Expertise in fieldbus and industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
* Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with high-level languages (Python, C#, C++) for middleware/test applications.
* Familiarity with MES/ERP integration and Industry 4.0.
* Knowledge of cybersecurity in industrial automation environments.
* Experience in DevOps practices, version control, DevOps, CI/CD toolsand automated testing tools.
* Exposure to project delivery within FDA/EMA regulated facilities.