Associate Director of Automation
AstraZeneca
October 1, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Gaithersburg, MD)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Provide technical leadership in OT/automation systems within biopharma manufacturing, supporting complex engineering projects and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities: oversee delivery from specification to commissioning, translate business needs into technical strategies, mentor engineers, and drive continuous improvement and innovation across the network. Requirements: 10+ years in engineering, subject matter expertise in SCADA/PLC or DCS, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, fluent in English, strong communication skills. HighValue: experience with pharmaceutical manufacturing (API, biotech, oral dosage, formulation, packaging), GMP compliance, and regulated environments; knowledge of OT cybersecurity and integration with IT systems. WorkSetup: not specified; potential leadership or team management involved.