
Veritaz AB · Sweden
Som Automation Manager ansvarar du för att leda automatiseringsprojekt och systemintegrationer inom GMP-reglerade miljöer för att säkerställa högsta kvalitet och driftberedskap.
Som Automation Manager ansvarar du för att leda automatiseringsprojekt och systemintegrationer inom GMP-reglerade miljöer för att säkerställa högsta kvalitet och driftberedskap.
Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.
Assignment Description
We are looking for an experienced Automation Lead
What You Will Work On
Lead the overall automation workstream for a major pharmaceutical investment project
Define and drive the automation strategy and control philosophy
Lead automation system design, implementation, testing, and deployment
Design and implement DeltaV automation architecture and solutions
Develop and manage batch automation systems and recipe implementation
Coordinate system integration between equipment, automation platforms, and surrounding systems
Design and review sequence logic, interlocks, alarm management, HMI solutions, and operator interfaces
Lead technical design reviews and make key technical decisions
Coordinate automation engineers and cross-functional technical teams
Collaborate closely with process, validation, commissioning, and production teams
Plan and oversee FAT, SAT, automation testing, and verification activities
Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP, and Computerized System Validation (CSV) requirements
Support commissioning, qualification, and operational readiness of automation systems
Prepare and maintain automation documentation, functional specifications, and control strategies
What You Bring
Several years of experience leading automation projects within the pharmaceutical industry or other GMP/GxP-regulated environments
Deep expertise in process automation, batch systems, and control strategies
Extensive hands-on experience with DeltaV architecture, design, and implementation
Strong experience with batch control, recipe implementation, and system integration
Solid understanding of sequence logic, interlocks, alarm management, HMI design, and operator interfaces
Experience integrating equipment with automation and surrounding systems
Strong knowledge of GMP, GxP, and Computerized System Validation (CSV)
Experience leading technical design reviews and making architecture decisions
Proven ability to lead automation engineers and coordinate cross-functional technical teams
Experience planning and executing FAT, SAT, automation testing, and verification
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Lead What You Will Work On Lead commissioning and installation activities throughout the project lifecycle Plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning activities for technical systems and equipment Manage the transition from installation to operational startup Coordinate activities across process, automation, validation, production, and installation teams Support commissioning of DeltaV or similar automation platforms Plan and execute FAT, SAT, functional testing, and integrated system testing Manage punch lists and commissioning close-out activities Conduct readiness reviews before startup and handover Coordinate system handover to operations and qualification teams Lead contractors and coordinate on-site commissioning activities Ensure compliance with GMP requirements and project quality standards Manage project schedules, risks, and commissioning deliverables Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and project teams Drive safe and efficient startup of manufacturing systems and facilities What You Bring Several years of experience leading commissioning or installation activities within the pharmaceutical industry Experience commissioning systems in GMP-regulated environments Strong experience coordinating process, automation, validation, production, and installation teams Hands-on experience with DeltaV or similar automation platforms Experience planning and executing FAT, SAT, functional testing, and integrated testing Experience managing punch lists, readiness reviews, and system handovers Experience leading contractors and coordinating site activities Strong understanding of project management, risk management, and scheduling Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills Strong communication and technical documentation abilities
Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry. Assignment Description We are looking for an experienced Validation Lead What You Will Work On Define and lead the overall validation strategy for the project Develop verification and qualification approaches for technical systems and equipment Lead validation activities across project phases Perform and coordinate risk assessments related to validation Ensure full compliance with GMP and GxP regulations Lead Computerized System Validation (CSV) activities Validate computerized systems, manufacturing processes, and technical equipment Support validation of DeltaV or similar automation platforms Develop and maintain traceability matrices Coordinate qualification activities including IQ, OQ, and related verification processes Manage validation documentation and compliance deliverables Lead deviation investigations, CAPA activities, and corrective actions Collaborate with automation, process, commissioning, engineering, and quality teams Coordinate validation activities across multiple stakeholders Ensure successful delivery of validation objectives within project timelines What You Bring Several years of validation experience within the pharmaceutical industry Strong knowledge of GMP and GxP regulatory requirements Extensive experience with Computerized System Validation (CSV) Experience validating computerized systems, manufacturing processes, and technical equipment Practical experience with DeltaV or similar automation platforms in regulated environments Experience developing validation strategies and verification approaches Experience conducting risk assessments and qualification planning Experience with traceability matrices and requirements management Experience handling deviations, CAPA, and validation documentation Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
We are looking for a hands-on Automation Manager who enjoys being close to operations and turning plans into tangible results. This is a highly operational role where you play a key part in ensuring stable, efficient and well-functioning automation systems in a complex production environment. You will have a clear mandate to lead execution at local level, working close to the plant, the people and the systems. With centrally defined automation strategies, standards and architectures from Nordzucker’s Digitalisation & Technology Services (DTS) as your foundation, you ensure successful implementation, follow-up and delivery in daily operations and projects. As Automation Manager at Nordic Sugar, you lead the local Automation Department consisting of instrument technicians, automation technicians and automation engineers. Together, the team is responsible for maintaining high availability and operational reliability of automation and process control systems within production and packaging. The role offers a strong technical focus with high system involvement, where your contribution is visible every day. You will combine operational leadership with hands-on automation work, take responsibility for project execution and closure, and create real value through structure, presence and reliable delivery. This position is ideal for someone who wants an operational management role with clear responsibility, close collaboration with the organization, and the satisfaction of seeing solutions work in practice. The position is permanent employment and reports to the Maintenance & Planning Manager. Main responsibilities: · Implement and execute centrally defined automation strategies, standards and architectures from Nordzucker DTS at local plant level. · Act as a hands-on, operational manager with daily involvement in automation systems, troubleshooting and follow-up. · Work in a project-driven environment with strong focus on execution, delivery and project closure. · Lead and participate in automation projects from implementation to handover into operations. · Ensure a stable, reliable, and efficient automation environment within DCS, PLC, and HMI systems. · Coordinate and collaborate closely with technicians, operators, maintenance, production and external suppliers. · Ensure compliance with central standards, cybersecurity requirements and lifecycle management principles. · Personnel and work environment responsibility for the department, with focus on engagement, collaboration, and a healthy workplace. · Maintain close collaboration with other Nordzucker factories and with DTS. Your background: · University or master’s degree in automation, electrical engineering or equivalent technical field. · Several years of hands-on experience working with industrial automation systems in a production environment. · You may come from a Lead Engineer, Senior Engineer or Tech Lead role and be ready to take on your first formal people management position or already have experience in an operational leadership role. · Strong technical understanding of industrial systems, electrical engineering, automated production and instrumentation. · Experience from project-based work with focus on implementation, execution and delivery. · Ability to work in a structured, pragmatic and hands-on way, close to daily operations. · Knowledge of batch and continuous processes, and system architecture (IT/OT integration & control systems) · Vendor management experience, including contract handling, FAT and SAT. · Fluent in English and a Scandinavian language, spoken and written. Who Are You? You are a pragmatic and execution-oriented leader who enjoys being close to operations and turning plans into results. You thrive in a hands-on environment where daily work, ongoing issues and project delivery are part of your leadership role, and you take pride in creating stable and well-functioning operations. You bring structure and clarity through clear priorities and consistent follow-up, and you lead by example in your way of working. With a collaborative and present leadership style, you build trust across the organization and communicate decisions and improvement ideas in a clear and engaging way. You are proactive and responsible, with the ability to balance a strong delivery focus with a holistic perspective. You act in the best interests of the organization, drive improvements forward, and work effectively with many stakeholders through openness, humility and strong communication skills. Application and Information For further information about the position, please contact Head of Sugar Factory ORT Christian Jørgensen Storm, tel. 0709-539810, or recruiter Caroline Teinvall, tel. 0709‑537597. For questions related to unions, please contact PTK / Unionen representative Eva Nilsson, tel. 0709‑539636. Please submit your application for the position of “Automation Manager” nordzucker.com no later than 2026-08-01. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please note that we do not accept applications via email. We will review all applications after the holiday period and get back to you as soon as possible thereafter. Please note that Nordic Sugar has a zero-tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol. Drug testing is conducted in connection with employment, and a background check is carried out as part of the recruitment process. We kindly decline all contacts regarding additional advertising channels, marketing or external recruitment support.