Principal Automation Engineer - Global Engineering

Roche • Hillsboro, OR

1d • $114,400 - $212,400

About The Position

The Principal Automation Engineer is part of Pharma Technical Operations Technology (PTT), which helps keep Pharma Technical Operations at the forefront of technology across current and future facilities. PTT’s global MSAT and Engineering teams realize assets for the manufacturing network, including drug substance, drug product, and device industrialization facilities. The role supports large and/or complex facility and equipment improvement projects in the US manufacturing network and may also support international sites.

The initial project phase involves a mix of remote and onsite work, first at the General Planner’s office and later at a construction site or plant. After site buildings are built and equipment is delivered, the position transitions to full-time onsite work at the local site. Travel of approximately 40% to 50% is expected during the project phase, potentially involving weekly commuting or temporary remote assignments to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science preferred) and 8 years of experience, or a Master’s degree in Engineering in a preferred discipline and 7 years of experience.
• At least 8 years of applicable automation and/or instrument and control system experience, preferably with most experience in drug product functions.
• At least 5 years of pharmaceutical or biotech industry and GMP experience.
• Ability to undertake significant travel (40%–50%), including weekly commuting and/or temporary remote assignments as needed.
• Proficient written and spoken English.

Nice To Haves

• Additional language skills, such as Portuguese or German.
• Exemplifies Roche Values and Leadership Commitments.
• Exceptional collaboration, team-building, and communication skills.
• Strong business and technical acumen, strategic agility, and global perspective to lead groups toward world-class performance.
• Global experience and cultural savvy, with the ability to adapt and manage effectively across cultural environments and organizational levels, including executive management.

Responsibilities

• Lead proactive measures to achieve specified goals when deviations from the project plan occur.
• Manage a sub-project team, including external contractors, and provide clear direction on technical solutions and business processes.
• Maintain ownership of the assigned discipline work package through all project phases to achieve target functionality, quality, and reliability.
• Partner proactively with customers, team members, and stakeholders, maintaining a friendly, positive, professional, open, and approachable manner.
• Collaborate with PTE to evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with IT/OT groups to advance operational digitalization.

Benefits

• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
• Benefits are referenced at a provided link; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior