Automation Engineer II - AP Formulation/WS
Novo Nordisk
August 29, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Clayton, NC)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Process Control Systems Engineer supporting aseptic Fill & Finish expansions at Novo Nordisk, ensuring compliance with global standards and facilitating equipment design, installation, and qualification. Responsibilities: develop and maintain automation standards, interface agreements with vendors, improve process control system reliability, support audits, and lead process improvement initiatives using systematic problem solving and change management. Collaborate with local and global project teams, manage budgets, and support safety/environmental protocols. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields; minimum 5-7 years of experience in process manufacturing, utilities, or packaging systems; expertise in automation technologies such as PLC, DCS/SCADA, SAP EM, MES, Oracle, and databases; project management skills; experience with cLEAN/Six Sigma methodologies preferred. High-Value: focus on aseptic manufacturing (likely biologics or biosimilars), process automation, compliance, and validation; work involves global site collaboration, with up to 10% travel. Work setup: on-site with hybrid elements, primarily in a regulated manufacturing environment.