Principal Engineer, Global Automation

Job Description

Purpose
As a discipline expert, the Principal Engineer, Global Automation is responsible for developing and implementing innovative solutions that support the reliable and safe operation of AbbVie’s Operational Technology (OT) systems. The Principal Engineer, Global Automation will be responsible for designing and implementing technical solutions to help drive consistency and compliance and will work closely with Global Engineering, site-based automation teams, BTS, Quality and others to identify optimal solutions, support project implementation and ensure appropriate metrics and control mechanisms are in place. The Principal Engineer, Global Automation will be a self-motivated engineering professional who works with little supervision and supports an inclusive performance-based culture.

Responsibilities

• Engages and collaborates with various stakeholders to lead and facilitate automation projects with specific focus on repeatable solutions that support performance improvements, sustainable growth and enhance safety and compliance.
• Acts as Automation SME on projects and provides the necessary skills and experience to ensure Automation solutions align with the overall aims and objectives of the Business.
• Leads Automation Community of Practice (aCOP) initiatives.
• Develops Automation procedures, standards and best practices.
• Establishes themselves within the AbbVie ME&C community as an Automation Subject Matter Expert (SME) and technical leader and provides Automation support and expertise to sites.
• Provides support to site Automation teams to address technical queries and help drive consistent practices and support rollout of standard solutions.
• Leads and/or participates in cross-functional teams as the Automation SME.
• Responsible for compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Ensures quality and effectiveness of key results of major projects within function through sound design, early risk assessments, and implementation of fallback strategies. Has full awareness of the potential consequences (defects and failure modes) of design changes to established processes. Mitigates risk within functions through sound design, early risk assessments and implementation of fallback strategies.
• Identifies, plans, and conducts medium- to large-size projects within engineering specialty requiring custom, risk-managed execution plans, investigations, and/or equipment. Manages multiple, often concurrent, projects and meets deadlines.
• Maintains project controls and reporting for cost, scope and schedule; develops execution strategy including procurement; balances multiple demands within an understanding of the business needs of the company, and has a thorough knowledge of the customer and clinical needs when developing a project scope. Incorporates business foresight of emerging technological trends.
• Analyzes business forces (customers, suppliers, competitors, technologies, government regulations) in major markets to identify trends and recommend responses. Independently executes, and/or directs others in the execution of: the design of products/processes/equipment/systems/facilities by applying novel engineering theories, concepts, and techniques within the disciplines. Experiments, often with multiple variables, gathers data, and performs detailed analysis.
• Applies technology in innovative ways. Combines technologies to anticipate or address customer needs; shares solutions across sites; employs proven solutions to increase effectiveness of engineering methodology or manufacturing process. Mentors others by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.
• Where appropriate, provides tasks/project assignment opportunities for employee development and evaluates performance. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects.
• Interacts with both senior management and external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Submits articles for internal or external publication. Acts as a trusted advisor. Balances bottom line objectives of a project with long-term interest of the customer. Is identified as a Subject Matter Expert in the discipline. Participates in internal teams to develop and align procedures and standards. May influence validation strategy.