Associate Director, Robotics Engineering / Physical AI

Role: Associate Director, Robotics Engineering / Physical AI, leading automation and autonomous systems initiatives within biopharma manufacturing. Objectives include developing scalable robotics, machine vision, and AI-enabled solutions to enhance operational performance, flexibility, and reliability. Responsibilities span program lifecycle management from concept through deployment, including technology evaluation, design, commissioning, qualification, and startup. The role involves collaborating with internal divisions such as Digital Manufacturing, GSEC S&T, and Operations, as well as managing external vendors and engineering firms. Core tasks include defining scope, guiding system integration, supporting validation activities, and establishing automation standards. Qualifications: Bachelor’s in Engineering or related science, with 8+ years’ experience in robotics, automation, or manufacturing engineering in regulated environments; experience with industrial robotics, machine vision, and AI/ML applications preferred. Regulatory and GMP experience, along with skills in commissioning, validation, and capital projects, are highly valued. High-Value: Focus on physical automation, autonomous systems, and AI in bioprocess manufacturing; travel up to 50%, including international. The position offers hybrid work setup, competitive salary, and benefits.