Develop and execute a plant-wide OT strategy and roadmap aligned with long-term business objectives and operational excellence targets • Evaluate, select, and deploy advanced automation technologies (robotics, MES, DeltaV, PAT, historian solutions, reporting, etc.) to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and agility • Drive adoption of new and existing systems through effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement • Manage multi-year expense budgets, timelines, and a cross-functional team of engineers, program managers, and solution architects • Assist Technical Operations management in CAPEX planning to deploy OT solutions site-wide within capital projects • Define KPIs, dashboards, and governance frameworks to track program impact • Collaborate with site leadership and department staff to achieve project goals • Oversee and support user training for Corden Pharma OT Systems • Ensure daily performance support for Corden Pharma Automation Systems including preventative maintenance and technical support/troubleshooting to minimize impact to production schedules • Manage technical problem resolution for Corden Pharma OT networks and other process control infrastructures • Manage validation of new OT applications, including computer system validation (CSV), and maintain systems in a validated state • Coordinate and execute continuous improvement projects to implement new equipment, technologies, processes, or materials • Manage employees and contractors, coordinate with vendors for project execution • Review and draft equipment drawings, electrical diagrams, system manuals, engineering protocols, and quality system documentation • Ensure all automation systems comply with regulatory requirements (FDA, cGMP, etc.) • As a system subject matter expert (SME), be accountable and responsible to provide the necessary support during internal and external regulatory and client audits • Maintain documentation including functional specification, validation protocols, and change controls • Provide expertise and improvements to address nonconformance, implement corrective & preventative actions, and execute Commissioning & Qualification activities. Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive significant change Proven ability in applying scientific problem-solving methods Experience managing culture change and deployment of Enterprise transforming solutions Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Visual Basic, and SQL scripting Strong knowledge of computer systems (software and hardware) Basic Active Directory administration experience Familiarity with virtualization software, i.e., VMWare Knowledge and experience with Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 10/Windows 11 Networked client-server environment experience (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.) Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, including strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, base knowledge of chemistry, chemical processing theories, application, equipment, and plant operations Demonstrated experience as a system/application subject matter expert (SME) for multiple critical OT systems Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while being flexible to changing work schedules Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills Demonstrated project management skills Willingness to learn and help others learn new technologies Routinely demonstrates a proactive approach to problem identification and resolution Has a consistent record of contributing innovative and practical solutions to technical problems; develops or directs the development of solutions to complex technical problems where little or no precedence exists Experience validating manufacturing processes and applying risk-based approaches to validation Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies Proven success implementing advanced OT applications in regulated or high-complexity environments (life sciences, electronics, automotive, etc.).