Director, Global Automation Engineering

AbbVie · Durham, NC

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AbbVie seeks a Director of Global Automation Engineering to lead enterprise-wide automation strategy and digital infrastructure across its global manufacturing network. The role provides strategic and technical oversight of approximately $100 million in annual operating spend and $3 billion in capital investments, while leading a distributed team of automation engineers.

What they're looking for

Executive-level experience leading enterprise automation, process control, or manufacturing engineering functions
Deep technical expertise in DCS, PLC, SCADA, batch automation, and industrial control systems
Proven capital project management experience with large portfolios exceeding $1 billion
Demonstrated knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP 5, and GxP compliance
Experience with cybersecurity governance in operational technology (OT) environments
Track record building and leading high-performing, geographically distributed teams
Expertise in manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP integration, and digital transformation

What you'll be doing

Develop and execute enterprise automation strategy and Factory of the Future vision across global manufacturing sites
Exercise Design Authority over all automation and digital systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory and technical standards
Lead owner-side oversight of capital project portfolio with full financial accountability for automation spending
Establish enterprise-wide automation standards, specifications, and engineering governance frameworks
Build, mentor, and manage distributed global team of automation and capital project engineers

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