Automation Engineer Specialist

About Sanofi:

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

About the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Preparing the annual preventive maintenance plan by coordinating with production, Quality, and planning department. Supervising the execution of preventive maintenance actions. Supervising the execution of the corrective actions to minimize machines’ / utilities equipment stoppages. Training of mechanical /electrical technicians on the assigned area’s machines and equipment. Ensuring recording of the technical breakdowns in log books for all machines / utilities equipment. Preparing list for the required mechanical / electrical spare parts for all the assigned machines /utilities equipment every year and execute the plan according to the approved budget. Continuous updating of maintenance SOP’s. Localization of machine spare parts and developing in house solution which shall decrease the machine / utilities equipment running cost. Participating in the lean task force which affect the manufacturing process efficiency and minimize waste and cost. Closing the audits’ pending points with QA for concerned mechanical issues. Supervise technicians according to organization chart.

HSE Responsibilities:

Follow the approved HSE policy and requirements. Following and approving the work permit prior to contractors work start & prior to the start of any routine / un routine work process with significant risk. Follow the lockout/Tagout procedures during maintenance and repair. Commitment to the appropriate PPE’s use Following the statutory legislation concerning Health, Safety and environmental law. Implementing controls for waste, resources management and pollution control to minimize the impact on the local environment.

HSE Responsibilities in case joining HSE Excellence team:

Facilitate and guide the employees to implement the HSE&En. Policies. Implement all applicable standards and guides of Sanofi-Aventis in his/her area. Ensure from complying with all legal and Sanofi-Aventis requirements. Lead his/her team to implement the HSE & EnMS PASS. Train his/her team on HSE & EnMS procedures, SOP’s and MSDS. Report any accidents/incidents in his/her area to the HSE department. Lead his/her team for investigate accidents/incidents to define the root cause. Support the area manager for takes the corrective and preventive actions to eliminate reoccurrence of any Environmental or Energy nonconformance. Support the area manager for takes the corrective and preventive actions to eliminate reoccurrence of any accident/incident. Sharing for HSE / EnMS inspection program, take the corrective actions for any violations in his/her area. Lead the team of his/her area for doing full risk assessment and Environmental aspects studies. Define and control the required PPE’s for his/her area. Define the list of CMR and it’s operational control for Quality labs and production areas. Control the first aid kits in his/her area. Leading his/her team for control the significant hazards /aspects and Energy use.

Others:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Respect of company’s values, code of ethics and social charter.

• Respect of personal data protection charter.

• Responsible for applying the HSE related requirements for the company in all related working procedures.

JOB-HOLDER’s ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Related Experience:

• At least 6 month - 2 Years of related experience in Pharmaceutical is highly preferred. FMCG background will be considered as an equivalent alternative.

• SCADA and PLC Expertise: Candidates with formal training or certification in SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems are highly preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work under stresses.

• multitasking

• Good leadership skills.

• Good communication skills.

• Have a team work spirit.

• Have appropriate HSE Knowledge.

Competencies:

• Stretch to go beyond the level we have operated at up until now

• Take actions instead of waiting to be told what to do

• Act in the interest of our patients and customers

• Put the interests of the organization ahead of my own or those of our team

• Act for Change, Strive for results, Cooperate Transversally, Commit to Customer

• Think Strategically, Lead Teams, Develop People, Make Decisions

Why choose us?

• Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.

• Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale.

• Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.

• Grow, thrive, and make an impact in a workplace that empowers you to bring your best self every day, with pride.

• Work with AI, robotics, and next-gen automation to redefine global manufacturing and supply.

• Be part of world-first initiatives like our Modulus factory, smart factories, and AI-driven supply chain solutions.

• Help deliver 30+ new product launches by 2030, ensuring patients get treatments faster than ever.

• Develop new skills, explore cross-functional roles, and work in an environment that values growth and discovery.

• Every year, we distribute over 4 billion units of medicines and vaccines, ensuring people worldwide receive the treatments they trust.