Global Automation Sr Principal Engineer

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Supply Chain Engineering

Automation Engineering

Scientific/Technology

Athens, Georgia, United States of America, Gurabo, Puerto Rico, United States of America

Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Global Engineering & Technology (GET) Automation organization at Johnson & Johnson as Automation Senior Principal Engineer in support of Synthetics and Biotherapeutics. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a global role based at one of our major manufacturing locations (Beerse/Geel, Belgium;
Cork, Ireland;
Leiden, The Netherlands; Latina, Italy; Schaffhausen, Switzerland; Gurabo, Puerto Rico; Athens, Georgia, USA). We welcome both part-time applicants (80% of a working week)/individuals returning to the workplace after a career break, as well as full-time.

As part of the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, our Purpose is ‘We blend heart, science and ingenuity to profoundly change the trajectory of health for humanity.’ We are guided by the values in Our Credo. We build an inclusive environment where a diverse set of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential.

The GET (Global Engineering & Technology) organization operates as an integrated team in the delivery of Process Engineering, Project Execution, Maintenance and Automation solutions. We operate in a standard, coordinated and consistent manner in support of the current and future requirements of our Manufacturing and Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) and in partnership with key internal/external network.

As the GET, Automation Senior Principal Engineer, they will lead early design inputs to process automation control & design for strategic projects and network studies in IMSC and support troubleshooting activities on critical activities both internally and externally.

Joining our global engineering group, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with individuals who consistently demonstrate strong work behaviors from various functions and sites within IMSC. This dynamic and inspiring work environment offers endless possibilities for personal and professional growth.

• Lead the intake, scoping, prioritization, and resolution of automation-related requests across global sites
• Ensure robust, fit-for-purpose design and promote standardization where it adds value
• Provide expert input and alignment on key design decisions for automation systems and infrastructure
• Actively collaborate with automation leads across synthetic and biotherapeutic plants
• Identify opportunities for harmonization, share solutions, and best practices
• Foster a culture of collaboration to reduce duplication and accelerate implementation
• Maintain strong connections with industry experts (internal and external, e.g. ISPE) and thought leaders to bring cutting‑edge solutions into the organization
• Ensure alignment with enterprise‑wide strategies, compliance requirements, and technology roadmaps
• Collaborate with External Supply teams to prioritize support and resolve issues for high‑impact programs and partners

• BS. Degree in Engineering, Science or related discipline.