Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Mid
On-site
The Automation Engineer role requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience, with a minimum of three years working hands-on with ABB 800xA automation systems. Experience with PAS-X Manufacturing Execution System is highly advantageous. The candidate should possess strong technical skills in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electrical Control Systems (ECS), and MES, specifically within pharmaceutical API production environments. Proficiency in Siemens PLC programming and systematic troubleshooting methodologies, including root cause analysis and documentation review, is essential. Familiarity with Clean principles and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance is critical due to the regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing context. The role demands excellent investigative capabilities to understand and resolve user issues effectively, alongside strong communication skills to provide clear status updates and drive corrective actions. Collaboration with production teams, external partners, and cross-functional groups is a key component, emphasizing teamwork and proactive communication. The position involves supporting new production line projects and contributing to the establishment of a new purification plant, requiring adaptability and a methodical approach to process and system development. Candidates should demonstrate responsibility, commitment to quality, openness to innovation, and a customer-focused mindset. Fluency in English is required; Danish language skills are not mandatory but a willingness to learn is expected. This mid-level role offers opportunities for career growth within manufacturing automation in a global healthcare company, emphasizing long-term operational excellence, continuous improvement, and impact on patient health worldwide.
About the role
Category: Manufacturing
Department: CMC & Product Supply
Location: Kalundborg, Denmark
Role Summary
- Hands-on work with cutting-edge automation technologies in a new, advanced pharmaceutical production facility
- Key role in shaping systems and processes from an early stage
- Opportunity to influence long-term operational excellence and continuous improvement
- Onsite position in Kalundborg with minimal travel (a few days per year)
- 24/7 support provided by team rotation
Responsibilities
- Participate in establishing a new manufacturing facility (Purification Plant V, PPV)
- Support primary operation and potentially project activities for unreleased production lines
- Support DCS, ECS, and MES in API production (800xA system from ABB, Siemens PLC, PAS-X)
- Apply cLEAN principles and systematic troubleshooting (SPS, root cause analysis, documentation review)
- Collaborate with production teams, external partners, and cross-functional groups
- Ensure system integration with other systems, instruments, and processes, compliant with GMP
- Contribute to ongoing, systematic improvement
Department
- Opportunities for career growth within Manufacturing in Kalundborg and PPV Automation
- Team of dedicated professionals from diverse backgrounds
- Inclusive, collaborative, and enjoyable work environment
- Work impacts over 30 million people with diabetes and other chronic diseases
Requirements
- Academic degree in Engineering, IT, or similar, or extensive relevant experience
- 3+ years of experience with 800xA; PAS-X experience is a strong advantage
- Strong investigation skills; ability to understand user problems and translate into actions
- Excellent communication skills; able to share clear statuses and drive timely actions
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and GMP requirements
- Experience in pharmaceutical or other highly regulated (GMP) industries
- Full proficiency in English; Danish not required but willingness to learn is expected
Personal Qualities
- Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to quality
- Methodical and open to new ideas
- Proactive communicator and team player
- Positive, accountable, and customer-focused
- Sociable and willing to take initiative for development and improvement
Benefits
- Opportunities to learn and develop within a global healthcare company
- Benefits designed for your career and life stage
- Unique culture focused on long-term health and innovation
How to Apply
- Contact: André Amaral, +45 34481982 for more information
- Application deadline: 15 December, 2025 (applications reviewed on an ongoing basis)
- Inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants
Novo Nordisk is committed to defeating serious chronic diseases, promoting long-term health, and driving real, lasting change in healthcare.
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