Ph3Location and Role /h3pLocation: Torre Annunziata (NA), Italy. This role is hybrid, requiring 12 days/month in office. It is an internal position with the title Automation Engineer. /ph3About the Role /h3pThe Automation Engineer will oversee the integration of shop floor equipment with IT and OT systems across various domains. The main responsibility is to ensure the efficient flow of data from the shop floor to the enterprise level by coordinating and implementing a middleware setup that facilitates data transfer. The engineer will define data points based on business requirements and industry best practices, oversee the configuration of end‑to‑end interfaces, conduct thorough qualification processes, and maintain operational stability throughout the integration. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliDesign, develop, deliver, and qualify IT/OT system solutions and their integration for a given project or use case. /liliAlign detailed designs with the defined solution architecture and create process designs for day‑to‑day operation. /liliExecute project activities in accordance with lifecycle, budget, schedule, and compliance requirements. /liliCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver technical solutions to manufacturing sites. /liliEnsure designs adhere to solution architectural design, roadmap, and support development, execution, and operations of software or services. /liliFacilitate peer reviews and obtain business sign‑off for detailed designs. /liliConsider user experience when designing and implementing solutions and services. /liliAdhere to security and compliance policies and support internal and external audits when necessary. /liliMaintain stable operations for implemented global IT/OT solutions. /liliContribute to business case development. /li /ulh3Essential Requirements /h3ulli5+ years of technical experience delivering global solutions to customers, preferably in automation engineering for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. /liliKnowledge of state‑of‑the‑art IT/OT infrastructures, architectures, applications, and tools. /liliExperience with automation technologies and software platforms such as SCADA, Historian, MES. /liliFamiliarity with industry standards and protocols for communication and data exchange (e.g., OPC, MQTT). /liliUnderstanding of manufacturing operations and processes, with strong ability to leverage digital technology and big data. /liliExcellent communication skills in English and Italian, with strong collaboration across boundaries and a curious mindset. /li /ulh3Desirable Requirements /h3ulliExperience working in a GxP environment. /liliExperience with robotics. /li /ulh3Commitment to Diversity Inclusion /h3pWe are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. /ph3Accessibility and Accommodation /h3pNovartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or for more detailed information about the essential functions of a position, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Include the job requisition number in your message. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr