Sr. Automation Engineer

At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization.

It is meaningful, varied and thought‑provoking work with a strategic emphasis, a solutions‑driven approach and significant, real‑world outcomes, from science to delivery/success.

Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. In return, they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner.

Syner-G was recently honored with Bio Space's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year, along with many other award‑winning programs to make a career here truly life‑enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation.

At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

Syner-G is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer with 5‑10 years of experience and a strong background in project management and process improvement to lead the oversight, documentation, and lifecycle management of automation systems. This role combines advanced technical expertise with structured project leadership, driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across client engagements. The Sr. Automation Engineer will serve as a key technical and project leader, guiding automation strategy, managing cross‑functional initiatives, supporting complex system issues, and ensuring systems remain reliable, compliant, and inspection‑ready.

Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project needs and client expectations.

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or changed as necessary.)

• Lead the development, maintenance, and review of automation system documentation including SOPs, design documents, DS, FS, CA, RTM, and RA.
• Oversee system lifecycle activities, periodic reviews, and audit readiness, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Author, review, and execute complex validation documentation such as IOQs, engineering tests, protocols, and summary reports.
• Drive CSV and SDLC activities to ensure robust traceability, risk management, and compliance.
• Lead automation‑related projects, including upgrades, remediation efforts, lifecycle initiatives, and system improvements.
• Develop and manage project plans, establish timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and track deliverables to ensure on‑time execution.
• Facilitate cross‑functional meetings, status reporting, and documentation to ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as needed to maintain schedule and quality.
• Assess automation workflows, system performance, and documentation processes to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and system reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across automation, quality, and facility operations.
• Perform advanced data reviews, including alarm rationalization, user access audits, and system performance evaluations.
• Own and manage automation change records, including impact assessments, stakeholder coordination, and documentation updates.
• Oversee and coordinate maintenance activities, work orders, and system enhancements across automation platforms.
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