Manager, Automation & Control Engineering (M)

JOB PURPOSE The purpose of this role is to lead the automation and execution within a sterile manufacturing environment, driving digital transformation and operational excellence. The individual will be responsible for maintaining automation systems that ensure process reliability, data integrity, and compliance with global regulatory standards (e.g. cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11). This role will focus on: Automation lifecycle management for manufacturing and critical System systems, including SCADA, PLCs, and MES integration. Continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives, leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies such as IoT, predictive analytics, and advanced process control. Cybersecurity and data integrity compliance for all automation platforms. Project involvement for automation upgrades, expansions, and technology transfers. Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, MS&T, Quality, and Operations to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions into manufacturing processes. The Automation Lead will also serve as a technical SME, building internal capability for troubleshooting, system optimization, and long-term reliability. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Automation System Ownership Serve as system owner for plant automation platforms (PLC, SCADA, MES, historian systems). Ensure compliance with data integrity, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements. Maintain validated state of automation systems per GAMP 5 and cGMP guidelines. Design & Implementation Develop and implement automation solutions for new and existing processes, including integration with digital manufacturing systems. SME and review URS, FS, SDS, HDS, and validation documentation. Involve or lead FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ activities for related automation projects. Continuous Improvement & Digitalization Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives: predictive maintenance, real-time analytics, and smart sensors. Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize automated processes and reduce downtime. Implement alarm management best practices and advanced process control strategies. Project Management Manage automation related projects from concept to execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor management. Ensure timely delivery of automation upgrades and expansions aligned with business needs. Technical Leadership & Training Provide technical guidance and mentoring to operations and maintenance teams. Develop training programs for automation troubleshooting and system optimization. Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and cybersecurity standards. Support audits and regulatory inspections related to automation/metrology systems. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or Control Engineering (Master's preferred). Experience: 7+ years in automation engineering within pharma/medical device manufacturing. Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, MES, historian systems Experience with data integrity compliance, cybersecurity, and GAMP 5 validation. Exposure to digitalization projects, predictive analytics, and Industry 4.0 technologies. Certifications (Preferred): ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP), Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, PMP. ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide. If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker