Manufacturing Automation Engineer

• Job Objective

• One sentence summary of the main objective of the job, the most important activities and the
• means and guidelines to obtain the objectives.
• The primary objective of the Lead Automation Engineer at Grifols Egypt for Plasma Derivatives is
• to oversee and enhance the automation systems within the plasma derivatives production facility.
• This role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and safety of automated processes,
• contributing to the overall productivity and quality of the manufacturing operations. This includes
• developing and implementing automation procedures, creating maintenance plans, performing
• complex adjustments to meet specific standards, and conducting regular maintenance to keep
• equipment in optimal condition. The role also involves managing third-party activities, adhering to
• industry regulations and standards, documenting procedures, maintaining detailed records, and
• collaborating effectively with other team members to ensure the accuracy of automation.
• Additionally, the Lead Automation Engineer will lead a small team of technicians, providing
• guidance and support to ensure high-quality performance.
• Environment
• Internal and external interactions i.e.: with other departments/divisions, international scope,
• providers, customers)
• Internal: GEPD management members, manufacturing, quality & service divisions.
• External: In absence of Maintenance Manager, equipment suppliers, Health Authorities,
• government authorities and auditors.

Key responsibility

• Strong collaboration with Grifols Engineering staff (mainly Automation Team) and Industrial
• IT for starting up Industrial Infrastructure and Automation communications.
• Be an active member for project on site meetings and internal coordination.
• Stay involve in FAT testing in Egypt with local suppliers or designated manufacturing
• workshops (mainly in Egypt but not excluded).
• Oversee automation works of different OEMs and system integrators.
• Coordinate and execute testing (SAT) on site.
• As built review and documentation updates.
• Review Code Program (PLC/SCADA/HMI).
• Elaborate Maintenance Procedures & Other maintenance documentation.
• On site plan review and local coordination.
• Define contractual targets and agreements with technology vendors and system integrators.
• Supporting validation tasks.
• Provide technical assessment of change controls, deviations, and CAPAs related to the processes
• developed in GEPD.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
• Lead and mentor a small team of calibration technicians, providing training, guidance, and
• performance evaluations.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Academic experience required

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• A masters degree is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in automation and control systems (e.g., Certified Automation
• Professional (CAP), Siemens Certified Programmer).
• Relevant certifications in Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Automation
• Practices (GAMP).
• Professional Experience Required
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in automation engineering, preferably within the
• pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining automation systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to automation and
• safety.

Computing Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge in using maintenance management software systems (SAP PM or similar).
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, and industrial
• networking.
• Siemens (Simatic PCS7 and Siemens Simatic TIA Portal-PLC/HMI).
• AVEVA-System Platform.
• Rockwell /Allen-Bradley PLC.
• Knowledge OT Cybersecurity IEC62443 and communication networks and Industrial protocols
• (i.e., IP, Profinet, BACnet, Modbus/TCP, OPC UA).

Personal Skills

• Experience in project management, including leading cross-functional teams and managing
• budgets.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage time effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and increasing job knowledge.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

Languages

• Written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Spanish is a plus.