Senior Manager, Systems Automation

Build Our Future Together

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking an Automation Manager (Manager or Senior Manager) to join our IOPS Automation team, leading a technical team responsible for automation systems support across our manufacturing and support areas. In this role, you will manage team performance, coordinate deviation investigations, deliver large-scale improvement projects, and ensure automation systems remain compliant and reliable while collaborating with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and IT infrastructure teams. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & Where

• Location: Menands, New York, United States
• Work model: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm
• Travel percentage: 5 - 10% to Ireland

Discover Your Role

• Lead and develop a technical automation team, managing performance, development, and results while empowering team members to deliver under demanding timelines and situations
• Provide technical automation systems support to manufacturing and support areas; coordinate investigations of manufacturing deviations and anomalies related to automation systems, IT infrastructure, and software
• Lead projects related to corrective action and systems performance improvement; deliver on large-scope projects requiring analysis of business metrics including production, performance, and operational data
• Provide technical review of lifecycle documentation, software testing, and protocols; lead the team in supporting Quality Assurance with automated system test plan approval for change control and validation projects
• Create, maintain, and approve SOPs and Software Lifecycle Documentation; develop and edit design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans in accordance with cGMP and GAMP 5 guidelines
• Manage and maintain project portfolio and work metrics, departmental data, and technical reports; communicate effectively across engineering staff, cross-functional departments, and management
• Design, configure, and troubleshoot networked systems; balance changing priorities and increasing workload through timely decision-making and effective delegation

This Role Requires

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Manager: 7+ years of experience in the design, configuration, administration, and management of software, databases, and computerized systems
• Senior Manager: 8+ years of relevant experience; level determined based on qualifications
• Prior experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred
• Solid understanding of PI Historian and Rockwell applications; familiarity with PLC, HMI, historian, and product testing software strongly preferred
• Highly skilled in developing and editing Software Lifecycle Documentation, design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans following cGMP and GAMP 5 guidelines also preferred

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed onsite. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about onsite expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

$121,100.00 - $231,000.00