Team Leader- Engineering; Solids

Job Summary

The Team Leader – Electronics Engineering & Automation is responsible for managing and supporting all electronic systems, automation equipment, and control systems within the solid dosage manufacturing and packaging lines
. The role ensures reliable operation, regulatory compliance (GMP), minimal downtime, and continuous improvement of automated systems used in production and packaging processes. The position leads a team of technicians and engineers to maintain, troubleshoot, optimize, and upgrade PLC, SCADA, HMI, and instrumentation systems supporting pharmaceutical operations.

• Automation & Control Systems
• Supervise and maintain PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems used in solid dosage manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Manage automation systems for equipment such as:
  • Tablet compression machines
  • Capsule filling machines
  • Blister packaging lines
  • Bottle filling and labeling lines
  • Checkweighers and serialization systems
• Support troubleshooting and programming of PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.).
• Maintain and optimize SCADA and data acquisition systems.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance of automation, sensors, drives, and electronic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve automation failures, control loop issues, and communication faults.
• Ensure minimal production downtime through rapid technical support.
• Team Leadership
• Supervise and guide automation technicians and electronics engineers.
• Plan daily maintenance activities and allocate resources.
• Provide technical training and mentoring to team members.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and GMP requirements.
• Equipment Qualification & Validation
• Support FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ activities for new equipment.
• Collaborate with QA, validation, and production teams during commissioning.
• Ensure automation systems comply with GMP and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements where applicable.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities for automation upgrades and process optimization.
• Implement root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for recurring issues.
• Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives within manufacturing.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, SOPs, and change control documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, and company standards.
• Support internal and external regulatory audits.

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Automation Engineering

• 5–8 years’ experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing automation or industrial automation.
• Experience with solid dosage manufacturing or packaging equipment is preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or team leader role.

• PLC programming (Siemens S7, Allen Bradley, etc.)
• SCADA systems
• HMI configuration
• Industrial communication protocols:
  • Modbus
  • Profibus
  • Ethernet/IP
• VFDs and servo drives
• Instrumentation and sensors
• Troubleshooting of automated packaging lines
• Understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical compliance

• Strong leadership and team management
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work under production pressure
• Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Equipment uptime and reliability
• Maintenance response time
• Automation system performance
• Compliance with GMP standards
• Successful completion of validation activities
• Team performance and development