Senior Automation Engineer

Site Name: UK - West Sussex - Worthing

Posted Date: Nov 5 2025

Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer

Closing Date for Applications - 19th November 2025 (COB)

Work Arrangement: This is a site based role at Worthing with flexibility for hybrid working as needed.

Position Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to join GSK as a Senior Automation Engineer in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of automation systems to support manufacturing operations. You'll collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and compliance. We value candidates who are proactive, detail oriented, and passionate about driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Technical expert for site automation equipment within the Worthing site.
• Provide day to day automation support for production areas on site.
• Own and deliver small automation projects including costing, change control, planning, validation and delivery.
• Deputise for Automation Manager and act as Site Automation Representative for global initiatives and meetings.
• Own and deliver Cyber Security Standards, Requirements and Initiatives. Site representative for Cyber Security linked to Automation Systems.
• Ensure automation facilities and equipment are maintained and installed to meet site requirements.
• Identify investment opportunities for automation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable GSK policies and procedures - GES, GQP/G, GQMPs.

Basic Qualification

• HNC/D or Degree level in Automation or related engineering discipline with strong experience in a pharmaceutical or related industry.
• Proven ability to deliver small automation based projects on time.
• Proven ability to manage contractor/consultant staff.
• Ability to deal confidently with a wide range of customers.
• Experience in a wide range of automation and control technologies.
• Experience in Cyber Security.
• Experience in a wide range of field and control instrumentation.

Preferred Qualification

• Proficient utilisation of software packages such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of S88, S95 and IEC1131.
• Experience with networks Profibus, Fieldbus, Ethernet and Serial comms 485, RS232 etc.

Join us and be part of a team that's making a difference in the lives of millions. At GSK, we're committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Why GSK? Unit di-science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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