Automation Project Manager

Description

• Drive TRD development transformation towards automated processes, establish new automation approaches, and collaborate with scientists to integrate manual procedures into automated workflows (e.g. TECAN, Hamilton and AmbR).
• Lead automation development lifecycle from inception to potential industrialization, encompassing specification, design, architecture, and coordination with various stakeholders.
• Coordinate with experts to understand operational needs, optimize software and hardware, and ensure design intent and cost-effectiveness, including liaising with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support team in Digital Twins development through active participation in brainstorming and prototyping sessions, while building and testing prototypes for feasibility.
• Conduct design reviews, troubleshooting investigations, and provide machine troubleshooting support to end-users, ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow.
• Integrate latest developments into current roadmap, establish technical documentation, training materials, and troubleshooting guides for newly automated processes.
• Independently analyze and report data to technical and non-technical audiences, collaborating closely with cross-functional groups to address interdisciplinary challenges.
• Contribute to product roadmap by exploring new design concepts and technologies, staying updated with automation advancements.
• Develop performance and qualification procedures for automation platforms, define continuous improvement strategies, and provide introductory equipment training.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships, stay abreast of Laboratory Automation developments, and facilitate knowledge sharing across automation SMEs within and outside GSK Technical R&D (QC, MS&T, CLS, Preclinical, Pharma)

Profile

• Degree in electro-mechanic engineering, process automation, robotics or related field.
• Experience in project management (certification like Prince2 or PMP)
• Experience with automation platforms such as Siemens, TECAN and/or Hamilton
• Min 3 years experience in lab instrument support or in process automation in the vaccines or biopharm industry or another industry is required.
• Good understanding of biopharm / vaccine development process is a plus.
• Experience of installing & servicing large integrated systems
• Experience in automation controller and process control - PLCs, Microcontroller, knowledge of GAMP 5 is a plus
• Knowledge of French (Dutch is a plus)

Our offer

Full-time contract. (Freelance also possible)

You will be part of a growing Belgian SME where initiative and personal development are encouraged. We will provide you with an enjoyable work environment with fun colleagues. Well work out a career plan with you, with attention and a budget for extra education/certification. You can count on an attractive salary, supplemented with extra-legal benefits, including a company car.