Principal Automation Engineer - Platform

Description of the Role

Lead ownership and administration of critical control systems, partnering with DT Infrastructure to deliver a seamless, compliant platform framework. Drive standardisation across GxP systems, covering configuration, access, alarm management and maintenance while integrating with data and network platforms. Identify gaps, enhance standards and support continuous improvement through system upgrades of the Windows Server administration, virtualization and patching across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

- Administration of local control systems across development, validation, simulation and production environments
- Microsoft Server (2008/2016): clustering, failover, replication
- Hyper‑V virtualization (2012/2016) and domain services management
- Backup, recovery and archiving (e.g., Acronis, NetBackup)
- Antivirus management (e.g., McAfee, whitelisting)
- User access, account and permission management
- Patch, hotfix and vendor KBA deployment
- Database management: cleanup, synchronization, backups
- System performance monitoring (uptime, reliability, lifecycle)
- Firmware and alarm management
- Disaster recovery and business continuity testing
- CSV compliance, investigations, CAPAs and periodic reviews
- Cross‑functional coordination and stakeholder engagement
- Continuous improvement and system optimisation
- Project coordination across lifecycle (design to startup)




- Vendor management and roadmap alignment

Qualifications and Experience Required

- Bachelor of Science in an Engineering or other Science discipline (Master's preferred), Computer Science or Management Information Systems
- 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including direct management experience in manufacturing, engineering or execution systems/automation; 5+ years of experience in execution systems/automation design and support
- Specific experience in process automation, MES and batch manufacturing industry standards (ISA S88 & S95)
- Direct experience designing, building, deploying and supporting automation and execution systems in a regulated large‑scale process‑based manufacturing environment
- Experience running site‑based shop floor systems in a globally distributed footprint is highly desirable
- Demonstrated ability to influence at all organisational levels through transparent, concise and impactful verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build, mentor and grow a high‑performing and cohesive team
- Experience in Process Excellence methodology is desirable but not required

Benefits

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📌 Principal Automation Engineer - Platform (City of Hume)
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