System Architect Lead

Job Summary

A company is looking for a System Architect Lead specializing in Process Automation for Life Science Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define, design, and oversee the implementation of automation system architectures across manufacturing environments
• Author and review architecture documents and develop design specifications and system workflows
• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide system integrators on architectural standards and interface protocols

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Automation, Computer Science) or related field
• 10+ years of experience in automation architecture within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
• Expertise in designing and integrating DCS, PLC, MES, SCADA, and data historian systems
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and risk assessment methodologies
• Clear understanding of automation compliance requirements, including GMP and validation principles