Johnson & Johnson
Automation Engineer
Automation Engineer
Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Duration of the contract: 12 months (4 days onsite, 1 day home office)
Hours per week: 40 hours
Essential: Previous expertise in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and operations technology, including hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV, coupled with a mandatory track record in operations within highly regulated GMP environments like the pharmaceutical, medical device, or biotechnology sectors.
Imagine your next project driving the digital evolution of life-saving medicine production. At Johnson & Johnson, we are working to create a world without diseases. The heart of our production in Leiden is in our bioreactors, where large molecule medicines are produced and subsequently purified. We are looking for a strategic leader to bridge the gap between operational needs and technical automation excellence.
roles and responsibilities
You will lead the creation of a 3-year strategic roadmap for process control (DeltaV) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) capabilities.
This will involve:
Lead a thorough current-state assessment of DeltaV and MES usage across biotherapeutics operations.
Perform structured gap analyses comparing current state to the desired future state over a 3-year horizon.
Define a prioritized, costed roadmap for DeltaV and MES enhancements with milestones and resource estimates.
Create an operations capability build plan that identifies required people, training, and procedures.
Translate operational requirements into clear input for engineering, IT, and vendors.
Define key metrics and KPIs to measure roadmap delivery and system stability.
how to succeed
You are a strategic thinker with a deep technical pulse on pharmaceutical manufacturing who can translate complex automation data into executive-ready strategies.
You will also bring:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, IT, or related field.
5+ years’ experience in (bio)pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
Hands-on exposure to process control systems (DCS) and MES.
Proven experience performing gap analyses and creating multi-year roadmaps.
Strong experience working in cGMP regulated environments.
Practical knowledge of DeltaV and ISA-95/88 standards.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Formal training in Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP (Preferred).
benefits
This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.
you are welcome here
Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.
about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow. Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina. We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.
application process
We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.
We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.