* Define and implement standardized automation architecture across the
facility, including PLC platforms, I/O configurations, communication
protocols (e.g., OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP), and software frameworks.
* Lead the integration of equipment and systems into centralized SCADA/DCS
platforms ensuring interoperability and scalability.
* Develop and enforce automation standards for recent equipment and systems to
ensure consistency and future-proofing.
Vendor Identification & Management
* Identify, evaluate, and onboard automation vendors and system integrators
aligned with project goals and compliance requirements.
* Drive tec
* Drive technical discussions with vendors to ensure alignment with centralized
architecture and integration capabilities.
* Manage vendor performance during design, commissioning, and qualification
phases.
Touchless Operations & Robotics
* Champion the implementation of touchless operations through robotics,
automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and smart sensors.Lead automation
initiatives in pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging areas to reduce
manual interventions and enhance compliance.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate robotics with MES,
SCADA, and ERP systems.
URS & Equipment Integration
* Draft and review User Requirement Specifications (URS) with a focus on
automation readiness and centralized system integration.
* Ensure all new equipment is compatible with the facility’s automation
standards and digital infrastructure complying all International Automation
Standards.
* Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to validate integration
plans and execution.
Data Management & Analytics
* Establish data acquisition and historian systems for real-time monitoring and
analytics.
* Develop dashboards and reporting tools to visualize equipment performance,
process KPIs, and compliance metrics n Jointly with Data Scientist and Lead
Industry 4.0.
* Utilize analytics to dr