Sanofi · 1 day ago
Automation Project Leader
Framingham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSanofi is an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives. The Automation Project Leader will drive innovation by integrating and advancing cutting-edge manufacturing solutions, significantly influencing the global manufacturing strategy and supporting the Global project teams.
Health CareLife SciencePharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for manufacturing systems and automation within the project team, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, business, and user requirements
Create detailed project plans outlining schedules, resource allocation, milestones, and deliverables for the automation and manufacturing systems scope
Lead the project automation team in the design and development of control systems for manufacturing processes and facilities, ensuring accurate installation and compliance with safety, quality and sustainability objectives
Integrate automation systems with digital applications, ensuring seamless connectivity between production, quality control, and data management
Coordinate with procurement and project teams to select vendors, ensuring their solutions meet quality and regulatory standards
Ensure consistency in automation design and execution between all Sanofi facilities, adhering to a uniform approach
Identify and manage risks proactively, ensuring compliance with GMP and minimizing disruptions to project timelines and costs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field. OR 10+ years of directly relevant experience in lieu of a formal degree
5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector
Proven track record in managing complex manufacturing systems involving automation, robotics, and advanced technologies
Preferred
Proficiency in Process Control Systems (DeltaV), SCADA (Ignition), PLCs (Rockwell), and other automation technologies (Data Historian, Building Management Systems (BMS) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), with the ability to design and implement robust system integration architectures
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication with stakeholders, and leadership and collaboration abilities with cross-functional teams
Languages: Proficiency in English is essential; additional language skills are a plus
Benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Company
Sanofi
Sanofi is a global biopharma company focused on prescription drugs, vaccines, and treatments for chronic, rare, and infectious diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.97BKey Investors
Blackstone Life SciencesEvotec
2025-10-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.74B
2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.59B
Leadership Team
Paul Hudson
Chief Executive Officer
Francois-Xavier Roger
Chief Financial Officer
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