Senior Automation Project Lead

Senior Automation Project Lead | Multi-year Contract | Maryland, US Summary: Blackfield Associates are working with a global biopharmaceutical manufacturing organisation in their search for a Senior Automation Project Lead to support a new $500 million+ greenfield investment programme for end-to-end drug product production in Maryland, United States. This is a 60% site-based hire on multi-year contract assignment offering a key leadership role for automation within a major capital investment. The position is focused on managerial program oversight, integrator/subcontractor selection, overall project delivery, and technical governance. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for oversight of automation deliverables (DeltaV, MES, OSI PI) throughout the full project lifecycle, including concept design, detailed design, construction, execution, and validation. Review and challenge the design, programming, specifications, and technical documentation produced by vendors and project partners to ensure quality, accuracy, and success. Monitor and verify that deliverables meet project requirements and quality standards. Ensure technical alignment and the successful execution of the Automation and Digitial manufacturing scopes. Requirements: Strong DeltaV technical understanding with proven experience acting as a lead within complex, large-scale automation projects. Proven experience supporting greenfield life sciences manufacturing projects within FDA/GMP-regulated environments. Ability to review, challenge, and validate technical vendor documentation and strategies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blackfield Associates