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Role reports to:
Engineering and Reliability LeadLocation:
Asia Pacific, Thailand, Bangkok, BangkokWork Location:
Fully OnsiteWhat you will do
The Automation and Electrical Control Lead is responsible for leading automation, process control and digital manufacturing initiatives across the site, driving Industry 4.0 capabilities, ensuring cybersecurity, quality and safety compliance, and delivering reliable automation systems that support business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the site digital and automation roadmap aligned with Kenvue Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and global digital strategies.
- Lead automation, electrical control and process control projects across manufacturing technologies, ensuring delivery on scope, cost and timelines.
- Drive modernization and obsolescence management programs for PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS and related automation infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, CSV, GxP, cybersecurity, quality and EH&S standards for all automation systems and projects.
- Develop and approve validation protocols including CA, IQ, OQ and CSV documentation for automation systems.
- Provide advanced technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for automation, controls, PLC, HMI and industrial network issues.
- Lead capability building through training, coaching and development of automation and controls engineers and site stakeholders.
- Manage automation asset lifecycle, documentation, SOP development and continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and productivity.
What we are looking for
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical, Controls, Instrumentation Engineering, or related field.
- 7-10 years of related experience in Consumer manufacturing with the competencies of Project Management, Problem Solving/Analysis, Technical Capacity, Communication Proficiency, Leadership, Financial Management.
- Experience in leading technical personnel, staffing, reviews and goal setting
Who Are You?
- Specialized proficiency in PLC or DCS based control systems, SCADA systems and general automation systems (such as AVEVA Wonderware, Rockwell FactoryTalk, etc.)
- Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Project etc.
- Ability to review and approve engineering drawings, especially P&IDs.
- Understanding of Safety URS, ISO14001, GMP, Hygienic Practice and Quality system requirements.
- Good at project, people and key stakeholder management.
- Demonstrate good teamwork and interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a close, multi‐discipline environment. Maintain positive and tactful relationships with others.
- Proactive approach to EH&S initiatives and support safety program deployment.
Key Success Measures
- Deliver ≥95% of automation, controls and digital manufacturing projects on time, within budget and in full scope.
- Achieve 100% readiness and support for NPD, NPI and capacity expansion initiatives through reliable automation solutions.
- Maintain automation system uptime and reliability at agreed site performance targets, minimizing unplanned downtime and production disruption.
- Deliver annual productivity, cost optimization and operational efficiency improvements through automation, digitalization and process control initiatives.
- Ensure 100% compliance with GMP, CSV, cybersecurity, quality and regulatory requirements for all automation and control systems.
- Complete 100% of required validation, qualification, change control and technical documentation in accordance with Kenvue standards.
- Drive successful execution of the site Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 roadmap, achieving agreed digital maturity and capability-building milestones.
- Develop a high-performing automation team through capability building, succession planning and technical coaching of engineers and key stakeholders.
- Maintain a zero-harm culture with Zero Serious Injuries, Zero Lost Workday Cases and full adherence to EH&S standards during project execution and operational support.
What’s In It For You
· Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
· Learning & Development Opportunities
· Kenvuer Impact Networks
· This list could vary based on location/region
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.
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