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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Onboarding programme, Talent and development initiatives
Posted 8d ago
Apply by Sep 21
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Senior Manager will lead a team of automation engineers to define strategic direction and ensure successful project execution within the pharmaceutical API production sector. They will also manage stakeholder relationships and drive digital transformation initiatives to maintain operational excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a related technical field. A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector is required, along with deep expertise in automation technologies like DCS and PLC.
Full job description
Senior Manager for Pharma Automation Department at Novo Nordisk Engineering
Are you ready to lead a team of skilled engineers and drive
impactful change in the pharmaceutical industry? If you want to make a
difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Who we are
We are a leading pharma engineering company shaping the future of API pharma engineering globally. Leveraging the expertise of 2,000+ employees across Denmark, India, and the US, we design, build and optimise pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are essential to the health and well-being of patients everywhere.
Our success is driven by passion, innovation, and collaboration — with our customers and across our teams and disciplines. If you share our dedication to a noble cause and our passion for API pharma engineering, then NNE is the place for you.
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Manager to lead a newly established
team within the Distributed Control System (DCS) department. DCS comprises more
than 250 highly skilled engineers across Denmark and India, delivering
Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and IT/OT infrastructure engineering services
to customers within the pharmaceutical API production industry.
In this leadership role, you will be responsible for
defining the department’s strategic direction and ensuring the successful
execution of key business objectives. You will build and nurture strong,
long-term partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, leveraging
these relationships to drive collaboration, innovation and business success.
You will play a key role in shaping the future of the
organisation by leading strategic initiatives focused on new ways of working,
digital transformation and the adoption of emerging technologies. Through your
leadership, you will contribute to the continued growth, competitiveness and
operational excellence of the department.
Location
Denmark - Virum
Experience
Minimum 5 Years
Department
Distributed Control Systems
How you might spend your days
As a Senior Manager, you’ll be:
Providing visionary leadership,
ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and coordinating with other
departments to enable successful project execution.
Managing 15–25 employees who
provide automation engineering services to customers in the pharmaceutical
API production sector.
Driving competence development
within your department, in close collaboration with the management team
across Denmark and India.
Actively participating in
projects to remain up to date on technical advancements and ensure
alignment with the NNE way of working.
Managing stakeholder
communication and collaboration with customer representatives.
Who you are
We care about who you are as a person. In the end, how you work, and your energy is what impacts the results we achieve as a team. As a person, you are:
Lead the way, while motivating
your team to reach ambitious goals.
Thrive in a dynamic work
environment, with the opportunity to innovate and enhance the status quo
with new initiatives.
Embrace an agile approach and
can prioritize urgent tasks.
Have a “can do” mindset and enjoy
working across disciplines.
Have great communicative
skills, enabling you to succeed when collaborating on team efforts.
Are excited to build on the NNE
culture of innovation.
What you bring to the role
In all positions, there are some things that are preferred, and others, a bonus. If you do not meet all the qualifications listed below, you are welcome to offer alternative experience that you think would be valuable in this role:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree
in engineering or a related technical field.
Proven leadership experience
with a minimum of 5 years managing managers and leading high-performing,
multidisciplinary teams.
At least 5 years of experience
within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences sector,
combined with a strong background in complex engineering projects.
Strong industry network and
deep expertise in pharma automation technologies, e.g. DCS, PLC, and IT/OT
solutions.
Demonstrated ability to define
strategic direction, translate strategy into execution, and deliver
sustainable business outcomes.
Life at NNE
NNE is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. And for all of us who work here, NNE means so much more.
At NNE, you become part of a vibrant, project-based environment built on close day-to-day collaboration. The role is therefore primarily on-site, with physical presence at the workplace expected five days a week. Limited flexibility for occasional remote work may be accommodated in line with business needs.
We are, at our core, a people business and, as such, committed to continuously developing our people and the way we work together. We do not expect you to know it all from day one, and we truly believe a great start makes a real difference. We therefore welcome new colleagues with our award-nominated onboarding programme, supported by a range of in-house talent and development initiatives designed to support your long-term growth.
You can read more about the benefits we offer here.
Did we spark your curiosity? If you’re ready to join our passion, let’s hear from you.
Deadline of application is
20th September 2026
Questions before applying? Send us a quick text to arrange a convenient time to chat. Contact Director Alessandro
Stolfi on +45 3191 1644
Please note:
We only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system
You do not need to attach a cover letter, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV
We invite to interviews on a running basis.
Fair hiring:
At NNE, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a personal photo in your CV.
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NNE / Novo Nordisk Engineering is a global provider of API pharma engineering offering a unique combination of facility design, manufacturing process, automation and IT and project management. Leveraging the diverse competencies of 2000+ employees across Denmark, India and the US, we design, build and optimise manufacturing facilities essential to the health and well-being of patients everywhere. Follow NNE to learn more, and visit our Career site at https://www.nne.com/careers/ if you want to shape the future of API pharma engineering globally with us.
Offices: Bredevej 2, Virum, Capital Region 2830, DK · #5, Achaiah Chetty Layout,, Raj Mahal Vila (RMV) Extension,, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560080, IN · 1101 Slater Rd, Durham, North Carolina 27703, US · Hallas Alle, Kalundborg, Zealand 4400, DK
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